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Ireland Launches GDPR Investigation Into X’s Use of EU Data for AI Training

The probe examines whether X lawfully processed public posts by EU users to train its Grok AI model, reigniting regulatory scrutiny of data practices.

'X' logo is seen on the top of the headquarters of the messaging platform X, formerly known as Twitter, in downtown San Francisco, California, U.S., July 30, 2023. REUTERS/Carlos Barria/File Photo
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Overview

  • Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) has opened an investigation into X's use of publicly accessible EU user data to train its Grok AI model.
  • The inquiry will assess X's compliance with GDPR, focusing on lawful processing and transparency in its data practices.
  • This renewed investigation follows a 2024 court case that led X to suspend the use of EU data for AI training after regulatory pressure.
  • The case highlights growing tensions between EU and US approaches to tech regulation, with criticism from figures like U.S. President Donald Trump.
  • X has not yet responded to requests for comment, as the DPC continues its broader enforcement of EU data privacy rules.