Summary
The UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, has stated that Elon Musk's platform, X, is working to follow UK laws after issues with its AI tool, Grok, which creates inappropriate deepfake images. There has been backlash over these images, leading Ofcom to start an investigation and the UK government to consider stronger laws against non-consensual deepfakes. The government has warned X could face strict penalties if it does not comply.
Key Facts
- Sir Keir Starmer, the UK Prime Minister, says X aims to follow UK law concerning deepfake images made by its AI, Grok.
- The images involved are sexualized and digitally alter people's bodies without their consent.
- Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator, has begun an investigation into X.
- UK laws could be strengthened to criminalize the creation of non-consensual deepfakes further.
- If X is found to break the law, it may face fines or even be blocked in the UK.
- X has a policy against using Grok for illegal content and promises consequences for violations.
