Grok-generated child abuse material is under Irish police investigation

Irish police say about 200 reports tied to the AI tool Grok are under investigation and that hundreds of related probes into content on X are ongoing.

Irish police told an Oireachtas Media Committee they are investigating AI-generated sexual content linked to X's Grok model. Detective Chief Superintendent Barry Walsh said about 200 reports potentially indicative of child sexual abuse material are under active investigation. He said gardai are treating the reports seriously and remain in contact with the media regulator. Known details: - Approximately 200 reports tied to Grok are being investigated by An Garda Siochana. - Officials said there are hundreds of related investigations into content shared on X. - Investigations require content assessment and may lead to execution of warrants, interviews, or referral to the Director of Public Prosecutions. - Authorities said existing legislation, including protections under "Coco's Law" for intimate-image offences, is being used to investigate AI-generated images. Summary: Garda investigations into Grok-linked material are ongoing and are being treated with seriousness by investigators. Potential investigative actions include warrants, interviews and referral to prosecuting authorities. Undetermined at this time.