Elon Musk’s AI Chatbot ‘Grok’ Now Available to All: From Premium-Only to Public Access
No Subscription Needed for Grok AI Chatbot
Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok, previously limited to X premium users, is now available to all without any subscription fees. Launched in 2023 by Musk’s artificial intelligence company xAI, Grok has been integrated into the X platform to enhance user experience with AI capabilities.
Previously Exclusive, Now Public
Initially, Grok required a premium subscription on X, but without any formal announcement, the company has now opened it for all users. Many X users are already sharing their unique experiences with Grok, noting its wit and dynamic responses.
X Subscription Pricing
Despite Grok being free now, X offers subscription plans with the following pricing:
- Monthly Plans: Basic ₹399 | Premium ₹900 | Premium+ ₹2,299
- Annual Plans: Basic ₹4,788 | Premium ₹10,800 | Premium+ ₹27,588
Real-Time Access to X Platform
According to Musk, Grok has real-time access to the X platform, giving it a distinct edge over other AI models. He highlighted Grok’s unique humor in its responses, jokingly suggesting that its creators might have influenced its cheeky personality.
A Playful Example
Musk shared a humorous exchange where a user asked Grok how to make cocaine. Grok humorously replied with a step-by-step list that ended with a disclaimer not to try it because it’s illegal, dangerous, and something it could never endorse.
Launching xAI for Advanced AI Research
Elon Musk launched xAI in July 2023 with the mission of understanding the true nature of the universe. He predicted that AI could surpass human intelligence within five years. The xAI team includes top researchers from leading organizations like DeepMind, OpenAI, Google Research, and Tesla.
xAI Team Members
Elon Musk leads a team of 12 experts, including Igor Babuschkin, Guodong Zhang, Yu Hui (Tony) Wu, and Christian Szegedy. Their combined expertise powers Grok’s innovation and advanced capabilities.
