xAI’s Grok 3 Is Here—And It Might Be the Smartest AI on Earth

Elon Musk’s AI startup, xAI, has introduced its latest chatbot, Grok 3, and early reactions suggest it’s a major leap forward. The new model was showcased during a live demo on February 18, 2025, following some teasers the day before. Musk himself described it as “terribly smart,” and initial tests indicate that Grok 3 could set a new standard for AI capabilities. What’s particularly impressive is the speed at which xAI is advancing. Compared to other AI companies, xAI is iterating at a rapid pace, pushing out new versions faster than many expected. This accelerated development suggests a serious challenge to established players like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Anthropic’s […]