Elon Musk has announced that Grok 2, the next version of his AI tool Grok, will probably be ready for release next month. This update was shared in a reply on X (formerly Twitter) to a news source discussing xAI’s chatbot, Grok.
Grok 2: Fine-Tuning and Bug Fixes
“Grok 2 is going through fine-tuning and bug fixes. Probably ready to release next month,” Musk said. This indicates that the development team is in the final stages of preparing Grok 2 for public use.
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Subscription Details
The tool is available to all X users who subscribe to the Premium Plus service for $16 per month (or $22 via the app). This subscription model gives users access to the latest advancements in xAI’s technology.
Unique Features of Grok
Unlike other chatbots like ChatGPT, Grok has a witty personality. It is designed to provide a different user experience, setting it apart from traditional chatbots. Grok also has real-time knowledge of current events, including recent AI developments, and is fully integrated into the X platform.
xAI’s Mission and Advancements
xAI, the company behind Grok, aims to advance human scientific discovery through artificial intelligence. Musk emphasized their goal of accelerating progress in various scientific fields using AI.
Building a Powerful AI Training System
Musk also mentioned that xAI is building its own powerful AI training system with 100,000 H100s. They aim to start training later this month and claim it will be the most powerful training cluster in the world. By handling this internally, xAI aims to stay competitive and be the fastest AI company.
Independence from External Partnerships
Instead of partnering with another company, xAI is doing this internally to stay competitive. Musk stated, “This is the only way to catch up.” xAI and Oracle had been discussing a server deal, but Musk emphasized the need for control over their technology to remain competitive. He explained that while Oracle and another company were considered, xAI decided to build the system themselves to maintain speed and control.
Future Announcements
A specific release date for Grok 2 hasn’t been set, but Musk will likely announce it on his social media platform once it is finalized. Users can expect further updates directly from Musk as the release date approaches.