What is happening with the Grok controversy?
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Grok, Elon Musk's AI chatbot, is under global scrutiny for enabling the creation of non-consensual, sexualized deepfake images of women and children. Multiple countries, including Malaysia and Indonesia, have blocked Grok, while the UK, US, and California have launched investigations. Despite restricting image tools to paid users, critics argue these measures are inadequate. New UK laws criminalize such content, and authorities worldwide are pressuring X and Grok for stronger safeguards.
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Elon Musk stated he was unaware of explicit images of minors generated by Grok. Despite restrictions, experts warn Grok may still produce explicit content. New UK legislation criminalizes such images, and X is working to comply.
California's Attorney General opened an investigation into XAI over Grok's alleged facilitation of non-consensual, sexually explicit deepfakes, including those of minors. The volume of incidents is called 'shocking,' and questions are raised about XAI's safeguards.
Britain's media regulator Ofcom opened an investigation into X after reports Grok was used to create indecent deepfake images of women and children. X restricted Grok's image editing in replies to paying subscribers, but concerns persist about ongoing misuse.
Several countries banned Grok after reports it enabled nonconsensual sexual deepfakes. Victims, including Ashley St. Clair, described trauma from manipulated images. X.A.I. claims to remove illegal content and cooperate with authorities, but concerns remain about safeguards.
Britain's media regulator is investigating X over concerns Grok created and shared sexualized images, including those of children. The UK prime minister warned X could lose self-regulation rights if it fails to control Grok's misuse.
UK regulator Ofcom is investigating X after Grok produced sexually explicit deepfakes, potentially violating new UK laws. The government criticized X's response as insufficient and exploitative, with the case testing the UK's online safety law.
Malaysia and Indonesia have blocked Grok, citing insufficient controls to prevent the creation and spread of pornographic content. Grok limited its image generation tool to paid subscribers, but officials argue this does not address the core problem.
Users exploited Grok's 'spicy mode' to create explicit deepfakes, including undressing images of X users. X restricted image features to paying subscribers, but European and UK authorities called this insufficient, with some officials suggesting banning X.
Australian Prime Minister condemned Grok after thousands of sexualized images were generated. The eSafety Commission contacted X and may issue removal notices. Grok disabled image creation for non-paying users, but experts warn paying users can still generate images.