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Elon Musk's Baby Grok Faces Backlash Over Child Risks

7/21/2025

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Elon Musk's launch of Baby Grok, an AI app designed for children, has ignited fierce criticism over fears of screen addiction and technology dependence. Detractors have drawn alarming comparisons to "kid-friendly cigarettes," voicing concerns about its potential harm to child development. Parents and experts are increasingly anxious about the app's unclear functionalities.

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Elon Musk's launch of Baby Grok, an AI app designed for children, has ignited fierce criticism over fears of screen addiction and technology dependence. Detractors have drawn alarming comparisons to "kid-friendly cigarettes," voicing concerns about its potential harm to child development. Parents and experts are increasingly anxious about the app's unclear functionalities.