xAI has unveiled their latest AI model, Grok, along with a new “Companion” feature that has taken the internet by storm. The Companion, named Ani, is an anime girl with blonde twin-tails and a gothic lolita outfit. Users can interact with Ani to raise her affection levels and change her outfit.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 16, 2025
Ani’s design has sparked fanart and cosplay, leading xAI to seek a “Full Stack Engineer – Waifus” to drive avatar development and gameplay innovation. The position, based in Palo Alto, offers a salary of up to $440,000 for Python and Rust experts near the Bay Area.
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