Grok AI Bug Sparks Controversy: xAI Blames Unauthorized Changes
xAI blames Grok's bizarre white genocide replies on a rogue update. Here's what really happened and why it matters.
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Grok AI Bug Sparks Controversy: xAI Blames Unauthorized Changes Why Did Grok AI Start Talking About White Genocide? If you've recently searched “ Why is Grok AI talking about white genocide?” or “ Grok AI bug explained,” you’re not alone. The AI chatbot Grok, developed by xAI, made headlines this week after it began repeatedly referencing “ white genocide in South Africa” — even in conversations where the topic was completely unrelated. This unexpected behavior raised concerns about bias in artificial intelligence, misinformation, and content moderation across AI- driven platforms. Image Credits:Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto/ Getty Images At the core of this issue was a sudden change in Grok's behavior on X ( formerly Twitter), where it automatically replies to user mentions under the handle @ grok . Many users noticed Grok inserting politically charged statements into random threads, prompting widespread confusion and backlash. xAI’s Official Response: What Went Wrong with Grok? According to xAI, the company behind Grok, the incident was caused…
