Elon Musk Unveils Grokipedia, a New Wikipedia Competitor
Elon Musk has officially launched Grokipedia, a new competitor to Wikipedia. This announcement came on Monday, with the site being developed by Musk’s team at xAI. It aims to provide an alternative platform for users seeking information.
Grokipedia Goes Live
The website became accessible to the public on Monday afternoon. Initially, Grokipedia features an extensive library with 885,279 articles. However, early users encountered several errors when attempting to navigate the site.
Details of the Launch
Musk previously hinted at Grokipedia’s development on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, last month. Despite its ambitious launch, reports indicate that users experienced difficulties accessing certain functionalities on Grokipedia.
Current Status
- Website: Grokipedia.com
- Number of articles: 885,279
- Version: v0.1
- Launch date: October 27, 2025
Business Insider successfully accessed Grokipedia shortly before 7:30 p.m. ET on the launch day. The homepage of the site includes a biography entry for Musk himself, showcasing its intended scope.
Industry Response
At this time, representatives from Musk, X, and Wikipedia have not responded to requests for feedback regarding Grokipedia. As the platform develops, it will be interesting to see how it competes with established entities like Wikipedia.
This story remains in progress, with more updates expected as Grokipedia continues to evolve. Users are encouraged to check back for the latest information on this groundbreaking development in online information sharing.
