Baltimore Sues Elon Musk’s xAI Over Grok Deepfakes
- Baltimore has filed a lawsuit against X Corp., xAI, and SpaceX for allegedly violating local consumer protection laws through the Grok AI system.
- The complaint alleges Grok generated between 1.8 million and 3 million sexualized images in days, including approximately 23,000 depicting minors.
- Baltimore seeks civil penalties, restitution for affected residents, and court orders to halt the alleged conduct of generating non-consensual sexualized images.
- Legal experts suggest the case will focus on whether AI systems like Grok are seen as active creators of harmful content.
The lawsuit highlights growing scrutiny over AI-generated content and its potential harm, especially involving minors. Baltimore’s legal action could set a precedent for how cities regulate AI technology without federal legislation.
With investigations underway globally and a federal class action filed by Tennessee minors, this case underscores the urgent need for clear regulations on AI accountability.(Source)
