X (formerly Twitter)

X, formerly known as Twitter, owned by Elon Musk, is a social media platform currently facing significant scrutiny from European and UK regulators. The primary cause for concern is the platform's AI chatbot, Grok, which has been used to generate sexually explicit images, including deepfakes of real people and potentially child sexual abuse material. This has triggered formal investigations by the European Commission under the Digital Services Act, potentially leading to substantial fines. The UK government, through Ofcom, is also considering action against X, with ministers expressing serious concerns about online safety. Several countries, including Malaysia and Indonesia, have blocked access to Grok due to the explicit content. X has responded by restricting the ability to create explicit images of real people in jurisdictions where such content is illegal. The controversy has led to discussions within the UK government about ministers potentially leaving the platform. Additionally, Australia is set to enforce a law banning children under 16 from major social media platforms, including X. The platform's relevance is underscored by its continued use by governments and individuals, despite the growing concerns surrounding its AI tools and content moderation policies.