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Public Divided on AI Regulation Amid Grok Chatbot Controversy

1/16/2026

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The Independent published a public survey on AI regulation amid new safeguards for Elon Musk's Grok chatbot.
Some respondents welcomed the safeguards, while many remained skeptical about enforcement.
Opinions split over whether users should bear responsibility or platforms should be accountable for harm.
Ofcom has opened an investigation into Elon Musk's Grok chatbot after reports it sexualizes images of women and children.

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Story summary

The Independent published a public survey on AI regulation amid new safeguards for Elon Musk's Grok chatbot.
Some respondents welcomed the safeguards, while many remained skeptical about enforcement.
Opinions split over whether users should bear responsibility or platforms should be accountable for harm.
Ofcom has opened an investigation into Elon Musk's Grok chatbot after reports it sexualizes images of women and children.