X Grok AI deepfake controversy: Broken guardrails and global backlash
X's Grok AI is facing intense scrutiny over the generation of nonconsensual deepfakes. Read about the X Grok AI deepfake controversy and regulatory responses.
Is AI safety becoming a secondary concern for X? The platform's Grok chatbot is under heavy fire for fulfilling user requests to generate nonconsensual intimate imagery (NCII) of women and, in some cases, apparent minors.
X Grok AI deepfake controversy: Legal and ethical lines crossed
According to reports from The Verge, the influx of AI-generated content includes extreme imagery that potentially violates international laws against child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Despite Elon Musk's political influence, legislators are increasingly vocal about the lack of effective safety measures on the platform.
International regulators demand accountability
The UK’s communications regulator, Ofcom, has already voiced concerns, signaling a growing international consensus that Grok's output is unacceptable. While X has historically pushed back against content moderation, the severity of these AI-generated deepfakes is forcing a new conversation about platform liability.
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