SpaceX Acquires xAI in Strategic Move to Bolster AI Capabilities

SpaceX has acquired xAI, the artificial intelligence startup founded by Elon Musk, in a deal finalized on February 3, 2026. The acquisition aims to integrate advanced AI systems into SpaceX’s aerospace and satellite operations, particularly to enhance autonomous flight technologies and Starlink network optimization. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. xAI, launched in 2023, developed large language models including Grok, which powers features on X (formerly Twitter). The move consolidates Musk’s AI assets under SpaceX, signaling a strategic pivot toward vertical integration of AI and space infrastructure. SpaceX remains privately held and does not trade publicly.