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Starmer’s ultimatum to X as he warns ‘if you cannot control Grok, we will’

Sir Keir told MPs and peers: ‘The actions of Grok and X are absolutely disgusting and shameful’ — Sir Keir told MPs and peers: ‘The actions of Grok and X are absolutely disgusting and shameful’ (PA Wire)

Keir Starmer has issued an ultimatum to Elon Musk, saying the government will take “fast action” to deal with the abuses of Grok, the AI tool on X.
Ofcom has launched a formal investigation into Musk’s X over concerns about its AI tool generating non-consensual sexualised images of individuals, including children.
The UK regulator said it is responding to "deeply concerning" reports and will determine if X has complied with its duties under the Online Safety Act to protect UK users from illegal content.
Under the Online Safety Act, Ofcom possesses the power to impose fines on X or even ban the platform within the UK.
UK government ministers have expressed strong support for Ofcom's action, while Musk has criticised the government's stance, accusing it of "fascism" and attempting to suppress free speech.

Starmer issues ultimatum to Musk vowing ‘fast action’ from government to end Grok abuse on X — In full