Elon Musk announced the forthcoming release of X's AI chatbot, Grok, in beta for all English-speaking users within a week. Initially available to Premium+ subscribers in the US, Grok's beta version seeks user feedback for rapid enhancements, with plans for expansion to all English users soon. Musk prioritizes introducing Grok to Japanese users, aiming for multilingual support by early 2024. Developed by xAI, Musk's AI startup, Grok competes with ChatGPT, boasting a witty and rebellious nature. X Premium+ users access Grok via the side menu on web, iOS, and Android, with options to add it to the bottom menu for convenience. xAI pursues up to $1 billion in equity investments, having raised $134.7 million from undisclosed investors according to SEC filings. With a minimum investment limit of $2 million, Musk distinguishes Grok's current information edge over traditional GPT models, highlighting its provision within the $16/month X Premium Plus package, aligning with xAI's goal to fathom the universe's essence.
Key Points:
1. Elon Musk announced the upcoming rollout of X's AI chatbot, Grok, to all English-language users within a week, following its initial launch to Premium+ subscribers in the US.
2. Grok, developed by Musk's xAI startup, offers a distinct edge, providing witty responses and a rebellious streak to answer queries.
3. Musk highlighted plans to expand Grok's availability, prioritizing Japanese users next, aiming for multilingual support by early 2024.
4. Accessible through web, iOS, and Android for X Premium+ subscribers, Grok can be added to the bottom menu on mobile devices for convenient use.
5. xAI seeks substantial equity investments, aiming for up to $1 billion, having secured $134.7 million from undisclosed investors, with a minimum threshold of $2 million for external backers.
6. Musk emphasized Grok's superiority over OpenAI's ChatGPT, noting its currency in providing real-time information compared to traditional GPT models.
7. The Grok AI assistant is part of the X Premium Plus subscription, priced at $16 per month for web access.
8. xAI's overarching goal, as stated on their website, revolves around comprehending the true essence of the universe.
9. Musk urged users to anticipate initial issues with Grok but assured continuous enhancements, encouraging feedback for improvement.
10. The SEC filing reported xAI's fundraising progress, highlighting Musk's efforts to propel xAI's technological advancements and expansion of Grok's accessibility.
(With Agency Inputs)
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