News reporting focused on AI and machine learning, covering the companies behind these technologies, their real-world applications, and the ethical concerns they raise. This includes areas like generative AI (large language models, text-to-image and video), speech tech, and predictive analytics.
xAI has launched Imagine Image 2.0, a new image generation model with advanced editing tools like Magic Wand and Multi-Ref Editing. The model ranks second behind OpenAI's GPT-Image-2 in Arena benchmarks, with a narrow Elo gap. Available now on Grok apps and web, with API access coming soon.
xAI released Grok Imagine Image 2.0 on August 7, 2026, with advanced editing tools including region-level editing, multi-reference input, and smart-resize. The company claims the model ranks second in the world in both text-to-image generation and image editing, behind OpenAI's gpt-image-2. The model is now available as Quality Mode on grok.com/imagine and mobile apps, with API access coming soon.