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Did xAI just concede the AI race?

Elon Musk’s xAI has reportedly struck a deal with rival Anthropic, a move that signals Musk’s company is not leading the artificial intelligence race. The agreement suggests xAI is seeking external partnerships rather than competing independently, raising questions about its competitive position in the rapidly advancing AI sector.

read1 min publishedMay 8, 2026

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