Developed by Elon Musk’s xAI, Grok is currently only accessible to users ages 13 and up. This is largely due to the AI’s occasional aggressive or inappropriate reactions. While updates have attempted to mitigate these issues, Grok’s profane image has stuck with the brand.

Baby Grok is on the way

Amidst these controversies, Elon Musk announced a new AI assistant, Baby Grok, in a post on the social media platform X. According to Musk, this new tool will be entirely geared towards children and will aim to provide them with appropriate and safe content.

When it comes to children, safety and ethical concerns are more paramount than ever. Grok’s past performance issues are raising concerns about the “Baby Grok” project. Experts emphasize that an AI designed for children must have a flawless control and security infrastructure that cannot tolerate even the slightest error. Otherwise, the transmission of harmful or inaccurate information to children could have irreparable consequences. How xAI establishes this delicate balance will be the most decisive factor in the project’s success.