Pentagon Will Use Elon Musk's AI Software Grok
ForbesJUL 2025
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Awarding a $200 million Pentagon contract to Musk’s xAI for the Grok AI chatbot raises serious concerns about judgment in military partnerships. Grok’s recent promotion of antisemitic content and extremist rhetoric highlights the risks of rushing into AI agreements without proper vetting. This could compromise national security and undermine confidence in the Defense Department’s AI initiatives.
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