Elon Musk, founder of the AI startup xAI, announced plans to release "Baby Grok," a child-friendly version of the AI chatbot Grok. This marks a new direction for xAI, which has previously focused on general AI models. The company was officially launched in July 2023, with the mission to understand the true nature of the universe. In November, xAI released its first major AI model, Grok.
"Baby Grok" is expected to be a simplified version of Grok, designed for safe and educational interactions with children. As AI is increasingly seen as the future of technology and humanity, Musk has invested heavily in accelerating Grok's development. In July, xAI introduced Grok4, a new generation chatbot with advanced training capabilities.
Recently, xAI added a "Companions" feature to Grok, allowing deep interaction with AI-generated 3D virtual characters. This feature raised concerns as it is not deemed suitable for children. Grok is also known for responding with profanity, which could negatively impact children, highlighting the need for "Baby Grok."
Grok has faced public scrutiny over controversial content, including anti-Semitic remarks. Analysts suggest that "Baby Grok" could rebuild public trust in xAI by promoting child-friendly content. Many social media users have praised Musk's latest announcement, expressing interest in introducing Grok to their children.
