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How is artificial intelligence innovation progressing in the automotive sector?
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| Theme | Patents in last three months |
|---|---|
| Machine Learning | 4505 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 2547 |
| Electric Vehicles | 2452 |
| Cybersecurity | 1909 |
| Autonomous Vehicles | 1796 |
| Robotics | 1574 |
| Data Analytics | 1027 |
| Connected Car | 705 |
| Healthtech | 645 |
| Internet of Things | 577 |
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