The article examines Tesla’s prospects as both a “meme stock” and a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and electric vehicles (EVs). It highlights Tesla’s strong earnings potential, with analysts projecting a surge in revenue to $137 billion by 2024, driven by robust demand for its EVs and AI technologies. However, the article also notes Tesla’s high valuation and “meme stock” status, fueled by social media hype and retail investor enthusiasm. Key points include: Tesla’s AI capabilities, including its self-driving software and potential expansion into robotics; its dominance in the EV market and plans for new factories; concerns over CEO Elon Musk’s unconventional leadership style; and the stock’s volatility due to its meme status. The article suggests that Tesla’s long-term success hinges on its ability to execute on its AI and EV ambitions while navigating the challenges of being a highly speculative “meme stock.”