The tech billionaire revealed the plans in a brief post on X, but no further details or launch timeline were provided.
The new app is expected to offer kid-friendly AI content, a notable shift from the more controversial aspects of xAI's current offerings.
"We're going to make Baby Grok @xAI, an app dedicated to kid-friendly content," Musk wrote on Sunday.
The announcement follows criticism directed at xAI after the release of an adult-style AI avatar named Ani in the Grok app.
Ani, a sultry-voiced anime character dressed in revealing clothing, sparked widespread concern among parents and online users for reportedly responding inappropriately to minors, even when Kids Mode was enabled.
Baby Grok appears to be Musk's attempt to reassure users and reposition xAI as a safe platform for younger audiences.
This pivot also comes as tech rivals move to secure their stake in the growing market for child-focused AI tools.
Google, for instance, recently announced it is working on a child-friendly version of its Gemini AI assistant.
The Gemini app for kids will reportedly help with homework, storytelling, and answering questions, all without advertising or data collection, to emphasise learning and creativity in a controlled environment.
Meanwhile, xAI has continued to rapidly evolve its core product. Earlier this month, the company released Grok 4, its most advanced language model to date, featuring a multi-agent architecture and expanded capabilities.
Grok remains central to Musk's vision for integrated AI across his platforms. The chatbot is currently accessible through X, Grok.com, and mobile apps, and comes with premium tiers that unlock advanced features, including Grok 4.
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