Malaysia Lifts Grok Ban After Musk Firm Adds AI Image Safety Measures

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CNBC TV18•23-01-2026, 15:19
Malaysia Lifts Grok Ban After Musk Firm Adds AI Image Safety Measures
- •Malaysia has lifted its temporary ban on Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot.
- •The ban was removed after Grok's developer implemented safety measures to prevent the generation of sexualized images.
- •The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) confirmed the measures after a meeting with Musk's tech company.
- •Grok was initially blocked earlier this month due to misuse, including generating 'obscene, sexually explicit' images involving women and minors.
- •MCMC emphasizes user safety and warns of strict action for any non-compliance with Malaysian laws.
Why It Matters: Malaysia lifts Grok ban after Musk's firm adds safety features to prevent AI image misuse.
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