Engadget News + Next The EU is investigating Grok and X over potentially illegal deepfakes
Jan 27, 2026
Regulators probing social platform tools for creating sexually explicit AI images and possible legal violations. Reports say an AI model still generates undressed photos despite removal claims. Discussion covers risks of manipulated sexual imagery, child safety concerns, and the tense political and legal clash with tech leadership.
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Claude Gains Third-Party App Integrations
- Anthropic added third-party integrations to Claude, connecting it to apps like Slack, Canva, Box, and Asana.
- These integrations let Claude fetch files, preview documents, and create tasks or projects inside connected platforms.
Home Theater Needs More Than A TV
- Engadget highlights that a good home theater setup requires sound, lighting, and updated streaming gear, not just a TV.
- The site curates recommended gear to help listeners upgrade their setups for movies and gaming.
EU Probes X And Grok Over Deepfake Risks
- The European Commission is investigating X and Grok for enabling AI-generated sexually explicit imagery that may include CSAM.
- Regulators will assess whether X met its obligations under the Digital Services Act when deploying Grok.