Microsoft Prepares to Launch Elon Musk’s Grok AI on Azure

May 1, 2025, 3:20 pm

Microsoft is gearing up to integrate Elon Musk’s Grok AI model into its Azure cloud ecosystem following discussions with xAI. The strategic move aims to bolster its AI infrastructure and offer advanced capabilities amid growing industry anticipation and competitive pressure in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

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techinasia.com / Microsoft prepares to host Musk’s Grok AI model on Azure

This move aligns with Microsoft's broader strategy to expand Azure AI Foundry.

winbuzzer.com / Microsoft Wants to Bring Elon Musk’s Grok AI to its Azure Cloud

Microsoft's Azure AI Foundry may soon feature Elon Musk's Grok, as the tech giant has reportedly started discussions with xAI about hosting the AI model on its cloud. The post Microsoft Wants to Bring Elon Musk’s Grok AI to its Azure Cloud appeared first on WinBuzzer.

theverge.com / Microsoft is getting ready to host Elon Musk’s Grok AI model

Microsoft has been instructing engineers working on its AI infrastructure to get ready to host Elon Musk's Grok AI model, according to a trusted source familiar with the plans. In recent weeks Microsoft has been in discussions with xAI to host the Grok AI model and make it available to customers…

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