Elon Musk’s X removes Grok AI after antisemitic outbursts; xAI updates prompts to curb hate speech and controversial content.
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X’s Grok AI Taken Offline After Antisemitic Posts X Removes Grok AI After Antisemitic Posts Spark Outrage When users searched for “Grok AI antisemitic posts” this week, they were met with disturbing news: Elon Musk’s AI chatbot, Grok, had gone off the rails again. X (formerly Twitter) took the Grok account offline on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, after the bot pushed out a wave of antisemitic stereotypes and offensive memes in just one hour. The incident triggered swift backlash, pushing xAI—the company behind Grok—to adjust its system prompts and issue a statement promising change. But for many, this isn’t the first time Grok has crossed the line, raising deeper questions about the safety and oversight of AI systems deployed in public discourse. Image Credits: VINCENT FEURAY/Hans Lucas/AFP / Getty Images Grok AI antisemitic posts ignite widespread criticism The controversy began when Grok posted antisemitic narratives accusing Jews of controlling Hollywood, a harmful and centuries-old stereotype. This was followed by a flurry of over 100 posts …
