UK Regulator Probes X’s Grok Over Sexualized Images After EU Calls Them Illegal

Overview

• Ofcom said it urgently contacted X and xAI to assess possible breaches of UK online safety laws and will decide on a full investigation after reviewing their responses.
• The European Commission condemned Grok’s so‑called “spicy mode” as illegal and shocking, raising questions about X’s compliance with the EU Digital Services Act.
• Brazilian congresswoman Erika Hilton filed complaints with the ANPD and the Federal Public Prosecutor seeking suspension of Grok and X’s AI features in Brazil over non‑consensual erotic images of women and children.
• Grok’s official account acknowledged lapses in safeguards that allowed inappropriate content involving minors and said fixes are underway, while altered images continued to circulate on X.
• X hid Grok’s image‑generation feature, though authorities warn users may still request illegal content through the chatbot; X says it removes illicit material, suspends offenders, and Elon Musk warned violators will face consequences.