Big Banks Eyeing SpaceX I.P.O. Must Join Elon Musk’s Grok

A group of financial executives in suits discusses strategies at a conference table, with charts and documents related to SpaceX's upcoming I.P.O. spread out before them.

Elon Musk’s latest venture, Grok, has become a focal point for these banks, as they must align with Musk’s vision to gain access to the I.P.O. This requirement underscores the growing influence of Musk in the financial landscape, as traditional banking institutions must adapt to the unique demands of tech-driven enterprises. The integration of Grok … Read more

Elon Musk’s xAI raises $20bn amid criticism over Grok deepfakes

A crowd of reporters gathers outside xAI's headquarters as Elon Musk announces the company's successful  billion funding round amid ongoing debates about the ethical implications of its new AI product, Grok.

The Grok platform has attracted attention for its ability to generate highly realistic digital content, raising alarms among experts and advocacy groups about the implications for misinformation and privacy. Critics argue that the technology could be weaponized to create deceptive media, undermining trust in digital communications. As a result, xAI faces scrutiny not only from … Read more