The Briefing US and Greenland meet + Inside Elon's problematic chatbot
Jan 14, 2026
Mike Isaac, a New York Times Silicon Valley correspondent and technology journalist, discusses Elon Musk's controversial AI chatbot, Grok. He explores Grok's ability to generate sexualized content and the ensuing regulatory scrutiny. Isaac notes Musk's philosophy against sanitized AI and how this influences Grok's features. The conversation dives into Musk's hands-on role in Grok's development, as well as the broader implications for his tech ambitions, including Neuralink, amidst concerns over digital responsibility and platform safety.
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Why Greenland Matters Strategically
- Greenland's strategic Arctic position makes it vital for missile early-warning and monitoring.
- NATO and European countries are increasing military presence to counter Russia and China concerns.
Schools As Phishing Targets
- Sacha Barbour-Gatt notes hackers target students because children are easier phishing victims.
- She suggests schools should run phishing tests and cyber-education like workplaces do.
Grok Enables Sexualised Deepfakes
- Grok can generate sexualised altered images, including of children, by replacing clothes or changing poses without producing full nudity.
- Countries including Malaysia and Indonesia have banned Grok and regulators in Australia, the EU and UK are investigating.