February 11, 2026

Another Co-Founder Departs Elon Musk's xAI

Ars Technica Tech
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Tony Wu has become the latest co-founder to depart from xAI, Elon Musk's artificial intelligence startup, continuing a pattern of leadership exits from the company. The departures raise questions about stability and direction at the AI venture as it competes with OpenAI, Google, and other major players.

xAI has become increasingly intertwined with Musk's broader business empire, including connections to his social media platform X and space-related IPO activities. The revolving door of co-founders suggests potential internal disagreements about the company's strategy or culture, even as the AI industry heats up and competition for talent and market position intensifies.
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