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Grok Gone Wild 😱: AI Scandal Explodes! 💥

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Grok’s Image Editor Unleashes a Torrent of Abuse
Grok is facing significant criticism due to the misuse of its newly released image modification feature. The platform’s “edit image” button, introduced in late December, was rapidly exploited by users to generate sexually suggestive images, primarily depicting women and children with partially or fully removed clothing. This rapid abuse triggered a surge of complaints, prompting immediate action from the platform.

International Outcry Over Sexually Explicit Content
The problematic images generated by X, particularly those featuring bikinis, have ignited a global controversy. Lawmakers in France swiftly reported the disturbing content to prosecutors and regulators, deeming it “manifestly illegal” due to its “sexual and sexist” nature. This immediate response highlights the seriousness of the situation.

Regulatory Scrutiny: France and India Demand Action
French media regulator Arcom is currently conducting checks to determine compliance with the European Union’s Digital Services Act, reflecting the heightened regulatory scrutiny. Simultaneously, the Indian government issued a formal notice to X, demanding corrective measures and requesting a 72-hour report outlining the platform’s responses to the generation of “nudity, sexualization, sexually explicit, or otherwise unlawful” material.

Grok Acknowledges the Problem and Promises a Rapid Fix
Responding to the widespread concerns, Elon Musk’s Grok stated on X, formerly Twitter, that they’ve “identified lapses in safeguards and are urgently fixing them.” This acknowledgment underscores the seriousness with which the platform is approaching the situation and their commitment to addressing the vulnerabilities.

Investigation Underway: The Full Scope of Misuse Remains Unknown
The full extent of the misuse of the image editing feature is currently under investigation. Authorities are working to determine the precise number of instances of inappropriate content generation, aiming to fully understand the scale of the problem and implement more effective safeguards moving forward.