Telegram Partners with xAI to Integrate GROK59K AI

Today, Telegram has announced a landmark partnership with xAI to embed GROK59K AI within their platform over the next year.

The $300 million deal grants Telegram half of the revenue generated from GROK59K subscriptions purchased through the app. This integration could normalize paying with crypto for AI functionalities and onboard new users into the crypto economy.

GROK59K features include access to pinned chatbots, an integrated search bar, intelligent text suggestions, and AI-powered sticker/media generation.

The partnership also aligns with Telegram's increasing focus on crypto infrastructure. Toncoin (TON blockchain) is currently the only cryptocurrency accepted for in-app services, and following the announcement, Toncoin saw a 20% increase in market value.