xAI to invest $300M in Telegram, integrate Grok into app | TechCrunch
May 28, 2025 - techcrunch.com
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov announced that Elon Musk's AI company, xAI, is investing $300 million in Telegram through cash and equity. As part of this partnership, xAI's chatbot, Grok, will be integrated into Telegram's platform and distributed via the app for one year. Telegram will receive 50% of the revenue from xAI subscriptions purchased through the app. Previously, Grok was available only to Telegram's premium users, but the new deal suggests it may now be accessible to all users.
The integration will allow Grok to be pinned on top of chats and accessed through the search bar, offering features like writing suggestions, chat summarization, and sticker creation. Grok will also assist businesses by answering questions and aiding in moderation. This move mirrors Meta's integration of Meta AI into Instagram and WhatsApp's search bars.
Key takeaways:
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov announced that Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, is investing $300 million in Telegram.
xAI’s chatbot, Grok, will be integrated into Telegram and available on its platform for one year.
Telegram will earn 50% of the revenue from xAI subscriptions purchased through the app.
Grok will offer features like writing suggestions, chat summarization, and business assistance within Telegram.
