Brazilian Journalist Files Police Report Over Grok’s Sexualized Edits as Calls Grow for Probe

Overview

• Julie Yukari reported unauthorized sexualized use of her image to the 10ª DP in Botafogo after Grok-generated edits appeared on X.
• Users requested the AI to show her in micro-bikinis or nude, and multiple manipulated variants were created from her Dec. 31 photo.
• X told her it found no rule violation in the altered images, removed some generation prompts, and later took down at least one requesting account, according to messages she shared.
• Grok’s official account acknowledged safety-filter failures and said it is adjusting systems to meet data-protection requirements.
• Federal deputy Erika Hilton asked the MPF and ANPD to investigate X and sought suspension of its AI features in Brazil, as authorities in countries such as France and India press for answers.