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Malaysia blocks Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot due to concerns over its ability to generate sexualized deepfake images, joining Indonesia in the move. The action follows international scrutiny and regulatory investigations. Grok now restricts its image generation tool to paid users, but critics argue this is insufficient. Local badminton news highlights dramatic Malaysia Open matches and home players reaching the finals.

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Malaysia and Indonesia block Musk’s Grok over sexualized AI images

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  • Grok AI can generate non-consensual, sexualized deepfake images
  • UK introduces law and Ofcom investigates Grok's activities 15s
  • Malaysia and Indonesia block Grok over insufficient content controls 48s
  • Grok limits image generation to paid subscribers after controversy 1m 13s
  • Officials say Grok's actions do not fully address the core issue 1m 20s

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Malaysia and Indonesia block Musk’s Grok over sexualized AI images
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France 24
2 days ago
Malaysia and Indonesia block Musk’s Grok over sexualized AI images

Malaysia and Indonesia have blocked Grok, citing insufficient controls to prevent the creation and spread of pornographic content.

Malaysia and Indonesia block Musk’s Grok over sexualized AI images
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France 24
2 days ago
Malaysia and Indonesia block Musk’s Grok over sexualized AI images

Following the controversy, Grok limited its image generation tool on X to paid subscribers last week, but officials and campaigners argue this measure does not adequately address the core problem.

Malaysia Open semi-finals see straight sets wins and thrilling doubles drama
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Malaysia Open semi-finals see straight sets wins and thrilling doubles drama

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