Elon Musk's xAI and US Pentagon reach a deal to use Grok in classified systems, according to Axios

This collaboration between Musk's xAI and the US Pentagon suggests a significant advancement in the integration of AI technology with government operations, particularly in classified environments.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 24 Feb 2026, 00:00 UTCOn the live feed at 23:40 UTC — 4 more headlines followed before this page went public

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The implications could extend to defense spending, security capabilities, and potential shifts in the tech landscape as other players react. Watch for impacts on related equities, especially those in the tech and defense sectors, as this partnership could stimulate competitive responses and investment shifts.

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