Grok Obscenity Controversy: India Govt Raises Alarm Over Grok AI Misuse on X, Cites Obscene Content Targeting Women and Children
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has signaled imminent action against the social media platform X regarding the misuse of its artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok. IT Secretary S. Krishnan confirmed that the government is closely monitoring the tool's output following reports of it bypassing safety protocols.
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New Delhi, January 2: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has signaled imminent action against the social media platform X regarding the misuse of its artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok. IT Secretary S. Krishnan confirmed that the government is closely monitoring the tool's output following reports of it bypassing safety protocols. The government has raised concerns over the misuse of the platform’s AI tool, Grok, to generate and circulate obscene, sexually explicit, and derogatory content, particularly targeting women and children, calling it a grave violation of dignity, privacy, and digital safety. Under the Information Technology Rules, 2021, platforms are required to ensure their generative AI models do not facilitate the creation of unlawful or harmful content. MeitY’s intervention underscores a broader push for stricter AI governance in India. Officials emphasized that intermediaries remain accountable for synthetic media generated on their platforms to ensure a secure digital environment. Is X Becoming Adult Website? Grok’s ‘Undressing’ Prompt and Lenient Policies Spark Outrage.
MeitY Takes Cognisance of Misuse of Grok AI Tool on X
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued a formal notice to X, flagging serious lapses in statutory due diligence under the IT Act and IT Rules. The government has raised concerns over the misuse of the platform’s AI tool, Grok, to generate and… pic.twitter.com/RmckirR8Ba
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