Elon Musk's X has agreed to temporarily pause EU data processing for training its AI, Grok
2 min read Elon Musk's social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), has agreed to temporarily halt the processing of EU user data for training its AI chatbot, Grok. August 09, 2024 06:42
Elon Musk’s X platform has temporarily paused the processing of European Union user data for the training of its AI chatbot, Grok. The move comes in response to pressure from the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC), which raised concerns about X's data practices and potential violations of EU privacy regulations.
The DPC argued that X had not obtained explicit consent from users for their data to be used in AI training. While the platform claimed users could opt out of having their public posts used for this purpose, the regulator deemed this insufficient.
This development underscores the growing scrutiny faced by tech giants as they navigate the complex intersection of artificial intelligence and data privacy. As AI technology continues to advance, questions about data ownership, consent, and potential misuse are becoming increasingly pressing.
The outcome of this case could have significant implications for other tech companies operating in the EU and set a precedent for how user data is handled in the context of AI development.
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