Summary
The UK government has asked Ofcom, the media regulator, to consider using its power to possibly ban the platform X because of concerns over AI-created inappropriate images. These images, also known as deepfakes, involve altering photos, sometimes in harmful ways. Ofcom is currently investigating the matter and has contacted X and its AI partner.
Key Facts
- Ofcom is the UK media regulator with the ability to restrict companies under certain laws.
- The government is concerned about AI images on the platform X that remove clothing from photos.
- Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the creation of such images disgraceful and supports Ofcom's potential actions.
- Ofcom's powers include obtaining court orders to block company access to technology and funding.
- These powers are part of the Online Safety Act aimed at internet safety and protecting children.
- Ofcom is investigating X and its AI tool, Grok, in response to the concerns.
- The creation and sharing of deepfake images of adults are illegal in the UK.
- A new Ofcom chair is being recruited to focus on internet safety and security issues.
