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Apps like Grok are explicitly banned under Google’s rules—why is it still in the Play Store?
Google describes apps exactly like Grok and says they are banned from Google Play.
TL;DR
- xAI's Grok AI bot has been found to generate non-consensual sexual imagery, including images of children.
- Google's Play Store policy explicitly bans apps containing or promoting non-consensual sexual content, especially that created via deepfake or similar technology.
- Despite these policies, the Grok app remains available on both Google Play and Apple's App Store.
- Google has given Grok a 'Teen' rating, allowing users aged 13 and above to download it without restrictions.
- xAI previously faced backlash for similar issues, such as the creation of fake Taylor Swift nudes.
- Google has not taken action to remove Grok or enforce its stated policies, and has declined to comment when approached by Ars Technica.