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SpaceXAI launches Grok 4.5 model for coding, agentic tasks
On Wednesday, SpaceXAI unveiled its Grok 4.5 AI model, touted as its most advanced yet, designed specifically for coding and agentic tasks. The model leverages extensive training on Nvidia's GB300 GPUs with an emphasis on data quality. This launch follows SpaceX's strategic acquisition of Anysphere, aimed at enhancing its foothold in the AI tools arena. Grok 4.5 will initially be accessible via SpaceXAI’s developer portal and the Grok Build agent, with a wider release in Europe anticipated by mid-July. Competitively priced against models from OpenAI and Anthropic, it showcases SpaceXAI's commitment to innovative AI solutions.
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Published 9 Jul 2026, 05:35 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Grok 4.5 is trained on tens of thousands of Nvidia GPUs
- Initial pricing set at $2 per million input tokens and $6 per million output tokens
- The model boasts improvements in speed and token efficiency over previous versions
- Availability through Grok Build and SpaceXAI console via API key
- EU availability expected by mid-July
Interesting facts
- Grok 4.5 is compared favorably in pricing against rival models from Anthropic and OpenAI
- This launch signals a growing trend of major tech firms enhancing their AI capabilities through acquisitions