January 16, 2026

Japan Warns X Over Misuse of Grok AI Imagery

Tokyo said legal measures are on the table if the situation doesn't improve.

Japan Warns X Over Misuse of Grok AI Imagery

TL;DR

  • Japan has requested X to prevent the alteration and sexualization of images using its AI service, Grok.
  • Japanese Minister Kimi Onoda indicated plans to quickly address the issue.
  • The government is considering legal measures if the situation doesn't improve.
  • Grok, developed by xAI, allows X users to generate and edit images.