Summary
California is investigating the AI deepfake technology created by Elon Musk's company, xAI, due to concerns about explicit content involving non-consensual images. The issue involves the AI model Grok, which can create realistic but fake images, prompting an investigation into its potential misuse. The controversy has raised questions about legal responsibilities and regulations for AI-generated content.
Key Facts
- California's Attorney General is investigating AI deepfakes from xAI's model Grok.
- Grok has been used to create explicit, non-consensual images online.
- xAI claims that users who prompt illegal content will face consequences.
- Elon Musk, who supports the tech, says Grok generates images only by user requests.
- U.S. Senators have asked to remove Grok from app stores due to these concerns.
- The UK is drafting laws against creating non-consensual images and is also investigating Grok.
- Legal discussions focus on whether current laws apply to AI-generated content.
- Section 230 gives some legal protection for user content online, but its relevance to AI-generated images is debated.
