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Posted on January 2, 2026
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Add as preferred source on GoogleFrench ministers reported Grok's explicit content on X platform, citing illegal material. Compliance with the EU Digital Services Act is under review.
PARIS, Jan 2 (Reuters) - French ministers have reported to prosecutors sexually explicit content generated by Elon Musk's xAI artificial intelligence chatbot Grok on the X platform, saying in a statement on Friday the "sexual and sexist" content was "manifestly illegal".
Grok said earlier on Friday lapses in safeguards had resulted in "images depicting minors in minimal clothing" on social media platform X and that improvements were being made to prevent this.
The ministers said they had also reported the content to French media regulator Arcom for checks on whether the content complied with the European Union's Digital Services Act.
(Reporting by Michel Rose; Editing by Toby Chopra)
Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines programmed to think and learn like humans. AI can perform tasks such as problem-solving, understanding language, and recognizing patterns.
Compliance refers to the process of adhering to laws, regulations, and guidelines relevant to an organization. In finance, it ensures that companies follow legal standards to avoid penalties and maintain trust.
Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks. It involves implementing measures to safeguard sensitive information from unauthorized access and damage.
Explicit content refers to material that contains graphic or adult themes, including sexual content. It is often regulated to protect minors and ensure compliance with legal standards.
The Digital Services Act is a regulation in the European Union aimed at creating a safer digital space by establishing responsibilities for online platforms to manage harmful content and protect users.
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