Malaysia restricts Grok AI after explicit image scandal
Malaysia restricts access to Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot over misuse for generating explicit images. Learn about the regulatory crackdown and global AI safety concerns.
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Shopify CEO Lutke slams reported X, Grok ban as 'honeypot'
Shopify CEO Tobi Lutke labels reported UK-Canada-Australia plan to ban X and Grok a 'great honeypot', saying officials backing it should resign. Canada denies ban consideration.
Musk Opens X Algorithm Code, Indonesia Bans Grok Chatbot
Elon Musk announces X's recommendation algorithm will be open-sourced within a week, with quarterly updates. In a separate move, Indonesia becomes the first nation to block xAI's Grok chatbot over explicit content concerns. Read the full details.
X Takes Down 3,500 Grok AI Posts After India's Warning
Microblogging platform X removed obscene content linked to Grok AI after India's IT Ministry issued a strict directive. The platform has assured compliance with Indian laws amid global scrutiny.
Indonesia Blocks Elon Musk's Grok AI Over Sexualized Images
Indonesia has blocked access to Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot due to its ability to generate sexualized images, violating local laws. Learn about the regulatory crackdown and its implications for AI governance.
Indonesia blocks Grok AI chatbot over explicit imagery risks
Indonesia becomes the first nation to block access to xAI's Grok chatbot, citing risks of non-consensual deepfakes. Global regulators raise alarms. Read the full story.
Musk Defends Grok as AI Faces Global Ban Over Explicit Images
Elon Musk defends xAI's Grok amid global backlash over sexualized AI images. Indonesia bans chatbot, US Senators seek app store removal, and India issues notice.
Indonesia first to block Grok AI over explicit deepfakes
Indonesia bans xAI's Grok chatbot for creating non-consensual explicit deepfakes, citing digital violence. Officials demand compliance and safeguards. Read the full story.
Gurugram Police Deploys WhatsApp Chatbot for Services
Gurugram Police introduces a WhatsApp chatbot to streamline public access to services like FIR copies and complaints. The initiative aims to enhance citizen engagement and digital policing. Learn how to use it.
Thane Court Acquits Paan Shop Owner in Banned Tobacco Case
A Thane court acquits a paan shop owner after a 3-year legal battle, citing procedural lapses and lack of evidence in a banned tobacco products case. Read the full details of the judgment.
TN's WhatsApp Chatbot 'Namma Arasu' Offers 51 Services
Tamil Nadu government partners with Meta to launch 'Namma Arasu', a WhatsApp chatbot providing 51 citizen services in Tamil and English. Access bill payments, certificates, and more on +91 7845252525.
Hyderabad's banned Chinese manja trade goes underground
A crackdown in Dhoolpet has pushed the illegal Chinese manja trade underground in Hyderabad. Prices surge as sellers use discreet delivery methods. Activists call for sustained enforcement.
Bhopal Slaughterhouse Sealed Over 26.5 Tonnes Banned Meat
Bhopal Municipal Corporation seals Jehangirabad slaughterhouse after forensic tests confirm seized 26.5 tonnes meat was from cow progeny. Case registered under MP Cow Slaughter Act. Read for details.
X App Could Be Banned in Britain Over AI Chatbot Row
The UK government threatens to ban X (formerly Twitter) over its AI chatbot Grok. The app may be blocked if it fails a child safety assessment. Read the full report.
Govt seeks specifics from X on AI misuse safeguards
India's MeitY is dissatisfied with X's generic response on AI misuse, demanding a detailed action plan to curb obscene content generation via Grok. Read the full story.
Rs 3 Crore Ambergris Seized, Surat Man Arrested in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad rural police arrested a Surat resident and seized 3.18 kg of banned whale ambergris valued at Rs 3.01 crore. The accused failed to produce legal documents. Read the full story.
Govt Examines X's Report on AI Grok Misuse for Obscene Images
India's IT Ministry is reviewing X's action plan after a crackdown on AI chatbot Grok misuse for creating sexualised images. The platform faces legal action for non-compliance. Read the latest developments.
Pratika Rawal tells AI chatbot Grok not to edit her photos
Indian cricketer Pratika Rawal issues a public directive to Elon Musk's Grok AI, forbidding it from modifying her images. The chatbot agrees, highlighting growing concerns over AI-generated deepfakes targeting celebrities.
Indore Police Seize Banned Chinese Kite String
Indore police intensify crackdown on deadly Chinese kite string (manjha), arresting two and seizing stock. Action follows ban due to severe injuries to humans and birds. Read more.
Musk's xAI secures $20B funding from Nvidia, QIA
Elon Musk's AI startup xAI completes a massive $20 billion funding round with Nvidia and Qatar Investment Authority. The capital will fuel infrastructure and Grok AI development. Read more.
India Warns X Over AI-Generated Explicit Imagery
India warns X over AI misuse after Grok chatbot creates explicit images. Editorial calls for stronger safeguards as Big Tech cannot evade responsibility for user safety.
Coimbatore cracks down on illegal Kerala lottery smuggling
Despite strict border vigil, illegal lottery ticket smuggling from Kerala to Coimbatore continues. Police seized tickets worth Rs 14.87 lakh in 2025 and arrested 723 people. Read about the ongoing crackdown.
FDA seizes Rs 31 crore banned tobacco in Pune raid
Maharashtra FDA officials confiscated raw tobacco and hookah products worth Rs 31.67 crore from a Pune unit. This major crackdown follows a similar raid in Thane, enforcing a strict ban on such hazardous substances.
Banned Chinese Manja Sold Online Before Sankranti
Despite a nationwide ban, deadly Chinese manja is being sold on e-commerce and social media sites ahead of Sankranti, causing severe injuries to birds, animals, and humans. Authorities vow action.
36kg Banned Tobacco Seized, Man Arrested in Trichy
Trichy police arrested a man and seized 36kg of banned tobacco worth ₹51,300 in Srirangam. A separate case saw 100g of pan masala confiscated. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Hyderabad Gets AI Chatbot for Civic Grievances in 4 Languages
Hyderabad's GHMC rolls out an AI-powered chatbot supporting Telugu, Hindi, Urdu & English for citizen services. Report grievances, get form help & reduce office visits. #DigitalGovernance
Banned Insecticide Still Sold After Yavatmal Farmer Deaths
An insecticide banned in 2025 after 35 farmer deaths in 2017 continues to be illegally sold in India. Experts demand urgent enforcement of the ban to protect agricultural workers.
Musk: Punishment for Illegal Grok AI Content on X
Elon Musk warns users creating illegal content with Grok AI on X will face severe consequences. This comes as India's IT Ministry issues a notice to the platform over AI moderation failures. Read the full story.
Two arrested with 20 bags of banned Chinese kite string
Jalandhar police arrested two men and seized 20 bags of deadly Chinese kite string (manjha). The banned material poses a severe threat to humans and birds. Read the full story.
LSSU's 2026 Banished Words List Announced
Discover the 10 most annoying words banned for 2026 by Lake Superior State University. From '6-7' to 'reach out', see which overused terms need to go. Read the full list now!
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