UK ICO Launches Investigation into X Over AI-Generated Non-Consensual Sexual Images
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The UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has launched an investigation into the platform X (formerly Twitter) regarding non-consensual AI-generated sexual images, particularly through its Grok AI model. The ICO has expressed "serious concerns" about compliance with personal data protection regulations. The inquiry focuses on potential violations of the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK GDPR. No specific timeline or detailed technical impact has been provided. The investigation stems from user reports.