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882 Why is Pentagon embracing Elon Musk’s controversial AI Grok?

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FP Explainers @ Firstpost Tech · 01/14/2026 06:07 EDT

Why is Pentagon embracing Elon Musk’s controversial AI Grok?

The Pentagon is integrating Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok into its classified and unclassified networks despite global backlash over explicit content, antisemitic posts, and regulatory probes. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says the move will accelerate military AI adoption and improve battlefield decision-making

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