xAI Announces Major Grok Code Upgrade and New CLI
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Elon Musk-backed xAI is preparing a significant upgrade for its Grok AI model, specifically targeting its Grok Code product. The upgrade, expected next month, aims to streamline complex coding tasks. Additionally, xAI is hinting at a new CLI tool for Grok, potentially named Grok Build, which could launch as early as next month. This development comes as xAI seeks to improve its competitive position against rivals like ChatGPT and Google's Gemini. Meanwhile, OpenAI is reportedly testing new health-focused features, including a GPT 5.2 optimized for healthcare needs.
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09.01.2026 00:43 1 articles · 23h ago
xAI Announces Major Grok Code Upgrade and New CLI
Elon Musk-backed xAI is preparing a significant upgrade for its Grok AI model, specifically targeting its Grok Code product. The upgrade, expected next month, aims to streamline complex coding tasks. Additionally, xAI is hinting at a new CLI tool for Grok, potentially named Grok Build, which could launch as early as next month. This development comes as xAI seeks to improve its competitive position against rivals like ChatGPT and Google's Gemini.
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- xAI teases major Grok upgrade, hints at Grok Code CLI — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 09.01.2026 00:43
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xAI is preparing a major upgrade for Grok Code, expected to launch next month.
First reported: 09.01.2026 00:431 source, 1 articleShow sources
- xAI teases major Grok upgrade, hints at Grok Code CLI — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 09.01.2026 00:43
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The upgrade aims to one-shot many complex coding tasks.
First reported: 09.01.2026 00:431 source, 1 articleShow sources
- xAI teases major Grok upgrade, hints at Grok Code CLI — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 09.01.2026 00:43
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xAI is hinting at a new CLI tool, potentially named Grok Build, which could launch as early as next month.
First reported: 09.01.2026 00:431 source, 1 articleShow sources
- xAI teases major Grok upgrade, hints at Grok Code CLI — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 09.01.2026 00:43
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OpenAI is testing new health-focused features, including a GPT 5.2 optimized for healthcare needs.
First reported: 09.01.2026 00:431 source, 1 articleShow sources
- xAI teases major Grok upgrade, hints at Grok Code CLI — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 09.01.2026 00:43