Grok, the AI chatbot from Elon Musk's xAI, is accessible in Russia despite the broader X platform being blocked. Users can access grok.com directly, though unstable IP access may require a VPN. The latest flagship model, Grok 4.5, released on July 8, 2026, is described as an "Opus-class" model that is faster, more token-efficient, and cheaper than its predecessors. Grok 4.5 has achieved a strong ranking in independent analyses, surpassing all open models and the Gemini series. While a free tier offers limited access to a simpler model, paid subscriptions provide full access to Grok 4.5 and its Grok Imagine module for image and video generation. AI
IMPACT Sets a new benchmark for model efficiency and cost, potentially influencing future AI development and pricing strategies.
RANK_REASON Frontier-lab model release with system card. [lever_c_demoted from frontier_release: ic=1 ai=1.0]
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