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UK Data Protection Regulator Launches Inquiry into xAI

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On February 3, the UK’s data protection regulator launched an investigation into Elon Musk’s xAI, ramping up scrutiny over the AI chatbot Grok’s use to generate and share personalized images of individuals. The UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) said in a Tuesday statement that the formal probe will focus on whether xAI improperly processed personal data when creating these images. Last month, Grok sparked strong public and political backlash after X users coerced the chatbot into generating AI images of real people without their consent. Earlier Tuesday, French law enforcement raided X’s office in Paris. The ICO noted it has the power to impose a maximum fine of £17.5 million (around $24 million) on xAI, or 4% of the company’s global annual revenue—whichever is higher. (Source: Golden Finance)
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