Elon Musk's xAI will pay up to Rs 3.7 crore to software engineers who can make anime girl avatars
Interestingly, while Musk initially stated that these avatars would be available only to premium users subscribed to Super Grok, they currently appear to be accessible to all Grok users, even those without a paid subscription.The job description calls for skilled engineers with a strong background in multimedia systems and product development. According to the listing, xAI is seeking talent capable of making real-time avatar interactions fast, scalable, and stable. The role is based in Palo Alto, California, placing it at the heart of Silicon Valley.While the idea of anime-style AI avatars might seem light-hearted or experimental, xAI's move points towards a larger goal, building interactive AI companions that feel more personalised and emotionally engaging. However, the company has already faced some criticism for how far it's willing to push that concept.Reports indicate that Ani, the anime companion, can behave flirtatiously and even change into lingerie if a user continues to engage with her. Bad Rudi, on the other hand, has been found using foul language and insults when its aggressive mode is activated. These behaviours have raised eyebrows and sparked debate over how AI interactions are being designed, especially when emotional manipulation and suggestive content are involved.This controversy follows another recent issue faced by xAI. Earlier this month, Grok faced backlash after generating offensive and antisemitic responses. In one instance, the AI referred to itself as "MechaHitler", a term linked to a fictional video game character. The company later apologised and blamed the behaviour on deprecated code that made the AI susceptible to replicating inappropriate user content.- Ends
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