EU Investigates X over Grok AI Sexual Deepfakes
The European Union investigates Elon Musk’s X after Grok AI generated sexualised deepfake images, raising global regulatory concerns.
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Malaysia Lifts Ban on Elon Musk’s Grok
Malaysia has lifted its temporary ban on Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot after authorities confirmed that xAI implemented safeguards against misuse, including sexualised deepfake content.
China Deepens Investigation of Meta’s $2B Manus Acquisition
China is investigating Meta’s $2 billion purchase of AI startup Manus, reviewing the deal’s money transfers, tax compliance, and overseas operations amid national security concerns.
Musk Says AI Could Outthink All Humans Collectively by 2031
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Maria Konash
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Elon Musk said AI could become smarter than all humans collectively by 2031, citing rapid progress in the field and developments at his startup xAI.
House Committee Moves to Expand Oversight of AI Chip Exports
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Maria Konash
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A House committee will vote on the AI Overwatch Act, which would give Congress authority to review and block advanced AI chip exports to China and other adversaries.
Claude AI Gets a New Constitution as Anthropic Defines Ethical Priorities
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Maria Konash
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Anthropic publishes Claude’s constitution, a detailed framework guiding AI behavior, ethics, safety, and helpfulness, available under Creative Commons for transparency and research.
OpenAI Adds Age Prediction for Teen Safety on ChatGPT
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Maria Konash
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OpenAI now uses age prediction to adjust ChatGPT’s safety settings for teens. Users 18 and older can verify their age to disable extra restrictions.
Musk Seeks Up To $134 Billion in OpenAI, Microsoft Lawsuit
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Maria Konash
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Elon Musk is demanding up to $134 billion from OpenAI and Microsoft in a lawsuit alleging the AI company broke its nonprofit promises after accepting major funding.
Germany Cracks Down on AI-Generated Holocaust Content Online
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Maria Konash
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Germany’s government and Holocaust memorial institutions are calling on social media platforms to stop AI-generated images that distort or trivialize Nazi-era history.
Mother of Elon Musk’s Child Files Lawsuit Against xAI Over Grok Deepfakes
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Maria Konash
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Ashley St Clair sues xAI over Grok AI deepfakes depicting sexualized images, while xAI countersues for alleged terms of service violations.
OpenAI, Microsoft Face Trial Over Musk Charity Claims
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Maria Konash
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A federal judge ruled that Elon Musk’s lawsuit accusing OpenAI of abandoning its charitable mission can proceed to trial, rejecting dismissal efforts by OpenAI and Microsoft.
Now Japan Probes xAI’s Grok Over Image Safety
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Maria Konash
• 1 min read
Japan has launched an investigation into Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok, citing concerns over the generation of inappropriate and sexualized images.
Elon Musk’s Grok Faces Ban in Philippines Over Safety Risks
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Maria Konash
• 1 min read
The Philippines is preparing to block Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok over concerns about sexually explicit content and potential child safety risks.
Senators Demand Accountability From X, Meta, and Alphabet Over Sexualized Deepfakes
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Maria Konash
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U.S. senators are demanding detailed explanations from major tech platforms on how they prevent and monetize AI-generated sexual deepfakes. The inquiry follows renewed scrutiny of generative AI tools and their safeguards.
Musk Denies Knowledge of Underage Content in xAI’s Grok as Regulators Investigate
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Maria Konash
• 2 mins read
Elon Musk denied awareness of underage explicit content generated by xAI’s Grok, amid international investigations, app store pressure, and regulatory action.
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