Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI, has acquired X, previously known as Twitter, in an all-stock transaction. The deal values xAI at $80 billion and X at $33 billion, despite X carrying $12 billion in debt. This merger results in a combined entity valued at over $160 billion CAD. Musk highlighted that since its inception two years ago, xAI has quickly become a leading AI lab recognized for its rapid development of models and data centers. The acquisition aims to merge xAI’s advanced AI capabilities with X’s 600 million active users, creating a platform that not only reflects the world but also accelerates human progress. The newly combined company will focus on delivering smarter and more meaningful experiences to billions globally while advancing their mission of seeking truth and knowledge. Musk acknowledged the dedication of employees at both companies and stated that this merger is just the beginning of their journey.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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