South Korean Regulators Probe xAI Chatbot Grok Over Deepfake Concerns
South Korea's Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) has initiated a preliminary review of xAI's chatbot Grok following allegations of unauthorized deepfake creation. The probe focuses on potential violations of the Personal Information Protection Act, particularly the generation of explicit imagery involving minors and public figures.
Regulators will assess jurisdictional authority and violation severity before deciding on a formal investigation. The outcome may influence global AI governance trends as authorities grapple with balancing innovation and privacy protections.