Indonesia has lifted its ban on the AI chatbot Grok after receiving new assurances from X Corp regarding its use. The chatbot had been blocked several weeks earlier due to concerns that it was being used to create sexually explicit images of real individuals.
This decision aligns Indonesia with Malaysia and the Philippines, both of which have also reversed restrictions on Grok after similar evaluations. X Corp provided updated measures aimed at preventing misuse of the technology.
**Why this matters**
The reversal highlights ongoing challenges governments face in regulating AI tools that can generate potentially harmful or inappropriate content. It also reflects regional coordination in addressing the ethical use of emerging technologies while balancing innovation and public safety.
Source: NewsData