xAI Releases Grok-2 With Image Generation Capabilities On X

xAI, has unveiled its latest AI models, Grok-2 and Grok-2 mini, in beta. The new models, available exclusively to Premium and Premium+ users on X (formerly Twitter), introduce advanced features, including image generation.

Grok-2 is being touted as a major advancement over its predecessor, Grok-1.5, with enhanced abilities in chat, coding, and reasoning. According to xAI, Grok-2 has been tested on the LMSYS leaderboard under the name “sus-column-r,” indicating its frontier capabilities in the AI field. Meanwhile, Grok-2 mini, a smaller but equally capable version, offers users a more compact yet powerful tool.

One of the most talked-about features of Grok-2 is its image generation capability on the X platform. However, early user experiences have raised concerns, as there appear to be no guardrails in place to prevent the creation of politically sensitive images. With the U.S. presidential election approaching, xAI may soon face pressure to implement restrictions on this feature to prevent the spread of misinformation.

The image generation technology utilizes FLUX.1, developed by Black Forest Labs, to create visual content. Despite its potential, the lack of metadata indicating that these images are AI-generated poses a significant risk for misuse.

Grok-2 and Grok-2 mini are set to power new AI-driven features on X, such as improved search and reply functions. xAI also plans to release a preview of multimodal understanding as part of the Grok experience.

xAI is rapidly advancing its AI capabilities, positioning itself at the forefront of AI development with a focus on core reasoning and innovative features. The company is also looking to expand its team to drive future developments.