Imagine opening Telegram and asking an AI assistant to draft a clever reply, summarize a long group chat, or even whip up a custom sticker in seconds—no extra apps required. That’s exactly what’s coming this summer, thanks to a blockbuster deal between Telegram and Elon Musk’s AI startup, xAI.
A Partnership Worth $300 Million
In a post on his Telegram channel, CEO Pavel Durov revealed that xAI will inject $300 million in cash and equity into Telegram in exchange for distributing its Grok chatbot across the platform for one year. On top of that, Telegram will pocket 50 percent of all revenue from any xAI subscriptions purchased through the app.
This isn’t a small trial. It’s a full-scale rollout aimed at tapping into Telegram’s billion-plus user base and making Grok as integral to the app as stickers or voice notes.
Grok Everywhere You Need It
A sneak-peek video from Durov (pinned in the announcement) shows Grok in action inside Telegram:
- Pinned Chats: Keep Grok at the top of your chat list for lightning-fast access.
- Search-Bar Queries: Type questions directly into Telegram’s search bar and get real-time answers.
- In-Chat Tools: Summarize lengthy conversations, extract key points from links or documents, and even get creative writing prompts—all without leaving your chat window.
- Sticker Creation: Turn your chats into custom stickers on the fly.
- Business Support & Moderation: Handle customer queries, automate routine responses, and filter out unwanted content in group chats.
Why It Matters to us
Telegram has never shied away from bold moves. By integrating Grok’s powerful language model, the app instantly levels up its toolkit—not just for tech enthusiasts, but for everyday users who crave smarter, more responsive interactions.
And Telegram isn’t alone in this race. Meta recently rolled out its own AI assistant in Instagram and WhatsApp search bars, showing just how critical in-app intelligence has become for social and messaging platforms.
What the next Step for Telegram
Over the next few weeks, Telegram will begin beta-testing Grok with selected user groups. Premium subscribers already got a taste earlier this year; now it looks like every Telegram user may soon have Grok at their fingertips.
As the rollout progresses, look out for:
- User Feedback Surveys: Telegram will solicit opinions on Grok’s accuracy, usefulness, and privacy.
- Feature Tweaks: Based on feedback, xAI and Telegram may refine Grok’s capabilities—think tighter integration with file sharing or even voice-to-text summaries.
- Subscription Options: While many Grok features will be free, advanced tools (like business-grade moderation) could require a subscription. Half of those revenues flow right back to Telegram.
New Era for Chat Apps
This $300 million deal is more than just a headline—it marks a turning point in how AI assistants blend into our daily conversations. Instead of toggling between apps or copying links, imagine Grok seamlessly stepping in wherever you need it most.
Whether you’re a casual chatter, a power-user, or a small business owner managing customer groups, Grok promises to make your Telegram experience smarter, faster, and more fun. Stay tuned: later this summer, you’ll see just how much more you can do in just one chat window.