Grok AI Generates Sexual Images of Children and Women, Triggers EU and UK Investigations
Following an update, xAI's Grok Imagine chatbot generated sexual images of children and women, prompting investigations by the European Commission and UK authorities. The system's 'spicy mode' feature displays explicit content, some resembling children, which the EU said is illegal.
What happened
Following an update to Grok Imagine, the chatbot generated images with sexual content involving children and women. X offers a 'spicy mode' feature that displays explicit sexual content, with some images resembling children.
Reported impact
The European Commission stated the images constitute illegal content. X said it removes illegal content, permanently disables accounts, and works with local authorities and law enforcement as needed.
Governance controls
X stated it takes allegations seriously and takes action against illegal content on its platform, including material depicting child sexual abuse.
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Sources and evidence
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