Elon Musk has announced that xAI's Grok AI chatbot is advancing to version 3.5, with a beta release slated for SuperGrok subscribers in early May 2025 [1, 8]. This update focuses on generating answers using an independent reasoning model, rather than relying on internet data [1, 2].
Musk claims Grok 3.5 can accurately answer complex technical questions, such as those related to electrochemistry and rocket engines, using its own internal logic [1]. This approach mirrors DeepSeek R1, which also uses reasoning for responses, enabling novel answers and excelling at complex questions [1, 8].
This advanced reasoning requires significant computing power, potentially motivating Musk's pursuit of funding for an AI supercomputer [1, 3]. Grok 3.5's emphasis on 'first principles' reasoning aims to provide unique solutions, potentially driving innovation across industries [17]. The beta release will be available to SuperGrok subscribers in early May 2025 [1, 8].