Source: Mistral AI and TML's founding member Devendra Chaplot, who was considered a marquee hire when he joined xAI in March, exited xAI after roughly a month (The Information)
TechmemeMay 9, 2026
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Devendra Chaplot, a founding member of Mistral AI and TML, has left xAI just a month after joining, raising questions about the stability of the company's leadership. Meanwhile, Cursor, a coding startup, is gaining traction within SpaceX's AI unit following a significant acquisition option by Elon Musk's firm. This development highlights the dynamic nature of talent movement and investment in the AI sector.