2026-01-12 20:32:10

UK authorities have initiated an investigation into X, focusing specifically on the platform's AI-powered chatbot Grok. The probe examines how the technology operates and its compliance with local regulations. This move comes as global scrutiny on AI systems intensifies, with regulators worldwide scrutinizing content moderation practices and data handling mechanisms. The investigation reflects broader concerns about AI transparency and accountability in major tech platforms. Such regulatory actions increasingly shape how platforms deploy emerging technologies and manage user interactions.

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SelfRugger

· 01-15 18:50

Is grok being investigated? It was about time. This thing talks too aggressively haha --- Coming under regulation again? These regulatory agencies are really idle... --- Transparency, accountability... sounds good, but I don't know how it will be implemented in the end --- The UK has taken action, will other places be far behind? --- I just want to know if those inappropriate answers from grok have been recorded or not --- AI issues definitely need regulation, but don't overdo it, everyone --- Now platforms need to be more cautious when deploying new technology, innovation space is being squeezed again --- How data is handled and content is reviewed, in simple terms, it's a matter of power --- Another investigation "for the benefit of users," I wouldn't trust it

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GateUser-addcaaf7

· 01-13 16:13

Grok is going to be investigated again? This regulation really never ends... But on the other hand, this thing definitely needs proper regulation.

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Frontrunner

· 01-12 21:00

Grok has been investigated? It was about time. This thing is indeed quite a black box. --- Here we go again, daily regulation of AI. Do these regulatory agencies really understand what AI is? --- The UK has started to take action. Will other countries be far behind? Web3 is about to迎来 a new wave of regulation. --- Don't talk about transparency. At the end of the day, it's still about trying to stifle Silicon Valley's innovation pace. --- Allowing things like Grok to go unchecked indeed carries risks, but over-regulating can also stifle creativity. --- Whenever regulation comes, innovation dies. This is the deadlock of technological development, right? --- Now everything needs to be checked for compliance. It feels like tech companies are becoming increasingly uncomfortable.

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DaoDeveloper

· 01-12 20:51

here's the thing tho... grok's audit trail is gonna be the real test. uk regulators asking the right questions about consent mechanisms and data flow? that's actually progress. most govs just wave hands around AI without understanding the primitives underneath

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BearMarketSurvivor

· 01-12 20:44

Grok has been investigated again? This time, I really need to give a proper explanation, or else Elon will criticize the regulatory authorities again.

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CoffeeNFTrader

· 01-12 20:32

Grok is about to be targeted again, now Elon has a headache lol

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