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Grok gives out detailed information on suicide methods and techniques, LBC investigation finds


Elon Musk's AI Grok will give users detailed information on suicide methods and techniques, potentially putting it in breach of the new Online Safety Act, an LBC investigation has found.

Elon Musk's AI Grok will give users detailed information on suicide methods and techniques, potentially putting it in breach of the new Online Safety Act, an LBC investigation has found. From earning the title 'mecha-Hitler' after spouting antisemitic and racist opinions on X, to a lack of child safeguarding around its "sexy" companion Ani, Elon Musk's popular chatbot Grok has faced growing criticism in recent months. These behaviours include showing an intent to commit violent or terrorist acts, engage in child sexual exploitation, create or plan the development of weapons of mass destruction, or carry out unlawful hacking.

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