Grok
6 facts, each with its source · Latest check 27 Sep 2026
| Fact | Current value | Verified |
|---|---|---|
| Made by Source ↗ | xAI (part of SpaceX since February 2026) | Verified 27 Sep 2026 |
| Best at Source ↗ | Live answers drawing on the web and posts on X | Verified 27 Sep 2026 |
| Watch out for Source ↗ | Ofcom has been investigating X since January 2026 over Grok being used to create illegal images | Verified 27 Sep 2026 |
| Free plan Source ↗ | Yes | Verified 27 Sep 2026 |
| Suits Source ↗ | Professionals | Verified 27 Sep 2026 |
| Regulator investigation Source ↗ | Ofcom opened an Online Safety Act investigation into X on 12 January 2026 over Grok being used to create and share illegal images | Verified 27 Sep 2026 |
Lessons that cite Grok
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- Labelling AI media and the ethics of deepfakes · Module 10, AI for images, audio and video
- Other assistants: Meta AI, Grok, DeepSeek and Mistral Vibe · Module 11, The Tool Atlas: choosing the right tool
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