Musk's xAI Raises $20B Amid Grok Content Controversy
Is X failing to prevent harmful AI-generated images, or taking decisive action against illegal content?
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The Spin
Narrative A
Grok's AI tools have enabled troubling levels of digital manipulation to create indecent images of women and minors. Significantly, the platform also lacks the necessary safeguards to prevent the dissemination of this harmful content, despite legal obligations. These serious compliance failures warrant immediate intervention and accountability.
Narrative B
X is taking decisive action against illegal content by removing it immediately, permanently banning violators and coordinating with law enforcement when necessary. Users who exploit Grok to generate illegal material will face the same severe consequences as those who directly upload such content. The platform maintains a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
