The UK communications regulator Ofcom has launched a formal investigation into Elon Musk’s social media platform X, amid concerns that its artificial intelligence tool, Grok, is being used to generate sexualised deepfake images. In a statement released on Monday, Ofcom said it had received “deeply concerning reports” that Grok was being used to create and…
India Reverses Plan to Pre‑Install Government Cyber App on All Smartphones India’s government has scrapped a controversial order that would have forced smartphone manufacturers to pre‑install its state‑run cyber‑safety app on all new devices, following widespread backlash from privacy advocates, tech companies, and political opposition. What Was the Rule and Why It Sparked Outcry On…
A judge has recently approved a significant legal case against Facebook's parent company, Meta, with claims potentially reaching up to £3 billion. The lawsuit is spearheaded by Dr Liza Lovdahl Gormsen, who represents around 45 million Facebook users. Although her initial lawsuit was dismissed in 2023, a revised claim has now been accepted, with the trial…
