Elon Musk’s X To Soon Launch XMail Competing Google

Elon Musk hints at XMail launch, igniting speculation of competition with Google's Gmail amid tech industry buzz.
By Rupam Roy
Updated August 11, 2025
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Highlights

  • Elon Musk teases XMail launch, sparking anticipation for X's email service entry.
  • Speculation mounts over XMail's potential to challenge Google's Gmail dominance in email services.
  • Google's Gemini AI faces criticism, pausing image-generation feature amid racial bias concerns.

In a cryptic yet intriguing exchange on the X platform, formerly Twitter, Elon Musk, the owner of X, hinted at the imminent arrival of XMail. Meanwhile, this revelation has sent ripples through the tech industry, sparking discussions about the potential impact of launching X’s email service. Besides, Elon Musk teasing the launch was also seen speculation mounting over the potential competition it could pose to Google’s longstanding email service, Gmail.

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Elon Musk Teases X Email Service XMail Launch

The recent announcement from X owner Elon Musk about the upcoming launch of XMail, an email service of the X platform, has created a buzz in the technology market. Meanwhile, Nate McGrady, a member of X’s Engineering and Security team, recently raised the question of when XMail would be launched.

In response, Elon Musk said, “It’s Coming,” setting the tech world abuzz with anticipation. Notably, a flurry of tech enthusiasts view this as a strategic move by X to enter the email service domain dominated by Google’s Gmail.

In addition, the timing of X’s potential foray into email services coincides with rumors circulating about Google’s rumored plans to sunset Gmail. A manipulated image began circulating on social media platforms including X, suggesting Gmail’s impending closure by August 1, 2024.

However, Google swiftly refuted these claims through an X post from the Gmail handle, affirming Gmail’s continuity. In an official post, Gmail said “Gmail is here to stay.” Meanwhile, Google affirming to continue its service was also applauded by the crypto community like Dogecoin founder Shibetoshi Nakamoto, Polygon, and others.

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Google’s Recent Controversies

The recent announcement from Elon Musk also coincides with Google’s recent controversies over Gemini image creation. The tech giant has faced heavy backlash for its AI Chatbot’s image creation.

For context, Google’s Gemini AI chatbot recently faced scrutiny over its text-to-image generation capabilities, drawing criticism from figures like Elon Musk and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy. Musk denounced Google’s AI as “insane” and “anti-civilizational” due to alleged racial biases in its image generation. On the other hand, Ramaswamy echoed concerns about Google’s ideological echo chamber and the potential biases ingrained in its artificial intelligence (AI) programming.

In response to the backlash, Google paused Gemini’s image-generation feature, acknowledging inaccuracies in historical depictions. They pledged to release an improved version soon. However, despite the setbacks, Google remains committed to addressing the issues surrounding Gemini’s AI capabilities.

Meanwhile, the convergence of these events underscores the intensifying competition and ethical challenges within the tech industry. With XMail on the horizon and Google navigating controversies, the landscape of digital communication platforms is poised for significant shifts. As stakeholders eagerly await further developments, the battle for supremacy in email services is poised to intensify.

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Rupam Roy
Rupam is a seasoned professional with three years of experience in the financial market, where he has developed a reputation as a meticulous research analyst and insightful journalist. He thrives on exploring the dynamic nuances of the financial landscape. Currently serving as a sub-editor at Coingape, Rupam's expertise extends beyond conventional boundaries. His role involves breaking stories, analyzing AI-related developments, providing real-time updates on the crypto market, and presenting insightful economic news. Rupam's career is characterized by a deep passion for unraveling the complexities of finance and delivering impactful stories that resonate with a diverse audience.
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