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April 24, 2026
Is Elon Musk building the AI Avengers?
As the internet digests the SpaceX-Cursor deal, we've got the scoop on another startup Musk explored a partnership with.
TL;DR
- xAI, Elon Musk's AI startup, is exploring a potential three-way partnership with French AI startup Mistral and coding startup Cursor.
- The goal of this collaboration is to enhance xAI's capabilities to compete with major players like OpenAI and Anthropic.
- Musk is investing heavily in computing infrastructure, including a planned supercomputer in Memphis, which could benefit AI startups.
- xAI has experienced internal reorganizations with cofounders exiting, making partnerships attractive for accessing expertise and products.
- The potential deal structure with Cursor allows for flexibility, including a large payment for services or an outright acquisition.
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