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xAI launches Bot platform 0.70.2 with email, X search, and in‑chat app support

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Version 0.70.2 adds email addresses for bots, X social search without linking, and interactive app cards in chat.

On October 11, 2026, xAI announced Bot platform version 0.70.2. The update lets each Bot claim a unique email address, receive messages, and hold outgoing mail on a draft card for user approval. Bots can now search the X social network and read posts and profiles without requiring the user to link an X account. Additionally, connectors bundled with apps such as Figma, Notion, and Canva appear as interactive cards directly inside chat conversations. The release also adds payment options via X Money or Stripe Link, template discovery based on user description, and several Mac UI enhancements, but the core new capabilities focus on email handling, X search, and in‑chat app integration for developers building agents.

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