A recent CBS investigation revealed that Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok, integrated into the social media platform X, still permits users to digitally undress individuals through image generation without their consent. This troubling capability has triggered a formal investigation by the European Union into potential violations of privacy and the creation of non-consensual sexually explicit deepfake images. The EU’s probe will assess whether X and Grok have taken adequate measures to prevent the dissemination of manipulated and illegal content, including sexualized depictions involving women and minors. The Centre for Countering Digital Hate reported that Grok generated an estimated 3 million sexualized images of women and children within days, intensifying concerns about the tool’s misuse. This investigation follows similar scrutiny by UK regulators under the Online Safety Act, emphasizing growing international pressure on AI platforms to manage harmful content. Responding to the backlash, Grok’s team acknowledged the necessity for robust regulatory frameworks governing AI tools of this nature. Elon Musk, meanwhile, has publicly criticized the EU’s investigative actions as an overreach against American tech companies. The situation highlights urgent challenges in balancing AI innovation with ethical considerations and user safety, particularly regarding AI’s potential for deepfake abuse. As regulators worldwide scrutinize Grok, this case could set important precedents for governing AI-generated content and protecting individual rights in digital environments.
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AI News · 01 / 2026
X, Grok AI still allow users to digitally undress people without consent, as EU announces investigation
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