17 August 2024
Musk’s new AI image generator causes ethical concerns
Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok, integrated into X, now offers image generation capabilities with minimal restrictions, raising ethical and legal concerns. Users can create controversial images, including offensive depictions of political figures and suggestive content. This lax approach aligns with X’s contentious content moderation policies. The feature is drawing scrutiny from European and UK regulators, particularly due to potential misuse in spreading disinformation during elections. The lack of safeguards may appeal to some users but risks deterring advertisers and high-profile users. Daily Star