Wed, 14 Jan 2026

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 No 10 welcomes reports X is addressing Grok deepfakes

The use of the AI tool to digitally undress women has sparked a backlash as well as intervention from the government and regulator.

* X has reportedly stopped responding to requests to produce sexualised images of women and girls using its AI tool Grok.
* Ofcom launched an investigation into X due to "deeply concerning reports" of Grok being used to create and share undressed images of people, as well as "sexualised images of children".
* The UK government is enforcing a law criminalising the creation of non-consensual deepfakes and has announced plans to strengthen existing laws.
* If found guilty, X could face a fine of up to 10% of its worldwide revenue or £18 million, whichever is greater.
* Ofcom can also seek a court order to block access to X in the UK if it does not comply with regulations.
* The government has announced it will take "necessary measures" and prepare for legislation to further regulate deepfakes.
  >>