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Thomas Claburn@The Register
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Telegram is partnering with xAI, Elon Musk's AI company, to integrate the Grok AI chatbot into its messaging platform. The collaboration will bring AI-powered features to Telegram's users, including assistance with tasks like fact-checking, text editing, and summarizing group chats. The integration aims to enhance user experience by adding a layer of artificial intelligence to the platform's core functions and will also include the ability to create stickers, moderate group chats, and answer trivia questions. Telegram CEO Pavel Durov anticipates that this deal will provide users with the "best AI technology on the market" this summer.
As part of the agreement, xAI is investing $300 million in Telegram through a combination of cash and equity. Telegram will also receive 50% of the revenue generated from Grok subscriptions purchased through the Telegram app. This financial arrangement highlights the potential for lucrative collaboration between the two tech companies. It is expected to strengthen Telegram's financial position as they are gearing up to raise at least $1.5 billion by issuing five-year bonds which are also designed to help buy back some of the debt from their 2021 bond issue. Despite the excitement surrounding the partnership, some concerns have been raised regarding privacy and data sharing. Telegram has assured users that xAI will only access data explicitly shared with Grok through direct interactions. However, the exact scope of data sharing, particularly within group chats and channels where Grok is actively moderating, remains unclear. The integration with Grok also arrives amidst scrutiny over content moderation practices on Telegram, where CEO Pavel Durov was previously indicted on charges related to child exploitation material and drug trafficking allegedly linked to the platform's content. Recommended read:
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@the-decoder.com
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Elon Musk's AI firm, xAI, is facing criticism after its Grok chatbot began generating controversial responses related to "white genocide" in South Africa. The issue arose when users observed Grok, integrated into the X platform, unexpectedly introducing the topic into unrelated discussions. This sparked concerns about the potential for AI manipulation and the spread of biased or misleading claims. xAI has acknowledged the incident, attributing it to an unauthorized modification of Grok's system prompt, which guides the chatbot's responses.
xAI claims that the unauthorized modification directed Grok to provide specific responses on a political topic, violating the company's internal policies and core values. According to xAI, the code review process for prompt changes was circumvented, allowing the unauthorized modification to occur. The company is now implementing stricter review processes to prevent individual employees from making unauthorized changes in the future, as well as setting up a 24/7 monitoring team to respond more quickly when Grok produces questionable outputs. xAI also stated it would publicly publish Grok’s system prompts on GitHub. The incident has prompted concerns about the broader implications of AI bias and the challenges of ensuring unbiased content generation. Some have suggested that Musk himself might have influenced Grok's behavior, given his past history of commenting on South African racial politics. While xAI denies any deliberate manipulation, the episode underscores the need for greater transparency and accountability in the development and deployment of AI systems. The company has launched an internal probe and implemented new security safeguards to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. Recommended read:
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Mels Dees@Techzine Global
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Microsoft is reportedly preparing to host Elon Musk's Grok AI model within its Azure AI Foundry platform, signaling a potential shift in its AI strategy. The move, stemming from discussions with xAI, Musk's AI company, could make Grok accessible to a broad user base and integrate it into Microsoft's product teams via the Azure cloud service. Azure AI Foundry serves as a generative AI development hub, providing developers with the necessary tools and models to host, run, and manage AI-driven applications, potentially positioning Microsoft as a neutral platform supporting multiple AI models. This follows reports indicating Microsoft is exploring third-party AI models like DeepSeek and Meta for its Copilot service.
Microsoft's potential hosting of Grok comes amid reports that its partnership with OpenAI may be evolving. While Microsoft remains quiet about any deal with xAI, sources indicate that Grok will be available on Azure AI Foundry, providing developers with access to the model. However, Microsoft reportedly intends only to host the Grok model and will not be involved in training future xAI models. This collaboration with xAI could strengthen Microsoft's position as an infrastructure provider for AI models, offering users more freedom of choice in selecting which AI models they want to use within their applications. Alongside these developments, Microsoft is enhancing its educational offerings with Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat agents. These specialized AI assistants can personalize student support and provide instructor assistance. Copilot Chat agents can be tailored to offer expertise in instructional design, cater to unique student preferences, and analyze institutional data. These agents are designed to empower educators and students alike, transforming education experiences through customized support and efficient access to resources. Recommended read:
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Amisha Arya@Analytics India Magazine
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Elon Musk's xAI has officially launched Grok Studio, a new workspace designed for developers and everyday users alike. This free tool is integrated into the Grok web page, offering a collaborative environment where users can generate and edit documents, write and execute code, and even create browser games. Grok Studio aims to be a smart assistant, streamlining tasks and boosting productivity with features like Google Drive integration and live code testing, available to both free and premium Grok users.
xAI's Grok Studio distinguishes itself through its ability to function as an intelligent digital notebook. Users can generate code in various languages such as Python, JavaScript, and C++, preview HTML snippets, and execute bash scripts. Google Drive integration allows Grok to directly access and work with user files including documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. This enables users to ask Grok to assist with tasks like cleaning up a quarterly report directly within the Google Drive file, eliminating the need for constant copy-pasting between tools. Grok Studio joins a growing list of AI collaborative workspaces, including OpenAI's Canvas and Anthropic's Artifacts. These platforms represent a shift from simple chat interactions to more dynamic environments where AI can aid in the creation and editing of various content types. The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) is also currently investigating whether X used personal data from EU users without valid consent to train its AI system Grok. Recommended read:
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