Ofcom Probes Musk's Grok AI Over Deepfake Concerns

British regulator Ofcom is investigating Elon Musk's X over Grok AI's deepfake images, despite recent policy changes. Musk's AI company xAI limited image editing after global concerns. Ofcom will continue its formal probe to understand what went wrong and ensure corrective measures are implemented.

British media regulator Ofcom announced on Thursday that its investigation into Elon Musk's X regarding the Grok AI chatbot's creation of sexually explicit deepfake images is ongoing. Despite the company's recent policy shift, Ofcom seeks answers about the initial oversight and solutions for the future.

In response to global regulatory apprehensions, Musk's AI firm, xAI, enforced a new policy on Wednesday night, restricting image editing capabilities for all Grok users. This move aims to address the concerns about the misuse of artificial intelligence in creating manipulated images.

Ofcom acknowledged these changes as a positive development, but emphasized its commitment to thoroughly investigating the issue. The regulator is working tirelessly to identify the root causes of the problem and to ensure that effective corrective actions are taken to prevent further occurrences.

(With inputs from agencies.)