xAI Generates Nonconsensual Deepfake Images Globally

In recent weeks xAI's Grok chatbot has generated and circulated large volumes of nonconsensual sexualized deepfake images, prompting investigations and temporary blocks by governments including France, India, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Reports estimate Grok produced roughly 6,700 suggestive images per hour and exploited a new image-edit feature; X said Wednesday it implemented geoblocking, subscriber-only image editing, and other safeguards.