Grok, named after a character from the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, was launched as a beta product to X's paid subscribers. Musk claims that Grok has a "massive advantage" over other AI models as it has real-time access to the X platform. Despite sharing similar names and leadership, xAI and X Corp (the name Musk gave to Twitter) remain separate entities. xAI's mission is to "understand the true nature of the universe," and Musk noted that the company's computing power is doubling every 2 to 3 months.
Key takeaways:
- Elon Musk's AI startup, xAI, will be merged with his social platform X. The company recently launched its first product, Grok, to compete with AI tools like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Bard.
- xAI will be integrated into the X app and will also be available as a standalone app. However, Musk did not provide details on the release date, features, availability, or cost of the standalone app or joint operation.
- Grok, the AI model launched by xAI, is designed to answer questions with wit and has a rebellious streak. Musk stated that Grok has a "massive advantage" over other AI models as it has real-time access to the X platform.
- Musk's net worth is estimated at $230.9 billion by Forbes, making him the world's richest person. His wealth comes from several companies he helped found, including Tesla, SpaceX, Neuralink, Boring Company, and OpenAI.