Maya Jama has taken a strong stance against online trolls who are using an AI tool to create disturbing sexualized images of her.
This week, the chatbot Grok, part of the social media platform X, has faced global criticism over its misuse.
Online trolls have manipulated Maya Jama’s photos using the chatbot GrokCredit: InstagramMaya is one of the UK's most prominent TV stars, known for her roles on Love Island and The Masked Singer
The host, Maya, is one celebrity whose likeness is being sexualized without her consent.
Among the inappropriate requests are prompts to “oil her up,” “put her in a bikini,” and “make the outfit latex.”
Maya has clearly stated that she does not wish for her images to be used in this manner.
She posted on X: “Hey @grok, I do not authorize you to take, modify, or edit any photo of mine, whether those published in the past or those I will post in the future. If a third party requests any modifications to my photos, please deny that request.”
The UK's media regulator has already made “urgent contact” with X, which is owned by Elon Musk, and its AI division, xAI, in response to the widespread backlash.
In the UK, creating or sharing non-consensual intimate images, including AI-generated deepfakes, is a criminal offense.
An Ofcom spokesperson stated: “Addressing illegal online harm and safeguarding children remain urgent priorities for Ofcom.”
“We are aware of significant concerns regarding a feature on Grok on X that generates undressed images of individuals and sexualized images of children.”
“We have reached out urgently to X and xAI to understand what measures they have implemented to comply with their legal obligations to protect users in the UK.”
“Depending on their response, we will conduct a prompt assessment to determine if there are any compliance issues that require investigation.”
Elon Musk has stated that “anyone using Grok to create illegal content will face the same repercussions as if they had uploaded illegal content.”
X’s Safety account mentioned on Sunday: “We take action against illegal content on X, including Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), by removing it, permanently suspending accounts, and collaborating with local authorities and law enforcement as necessary.”
Minister Sarah Jones informed MPs that she and the Home Secretary are taking this issue “very seriously.”
Maya has emphasized that she does not want her images altered in any way by GrokCredit: Getty
Frequently Asked Questions
What actions has Maya Jama taken against the use of her images?
Maya Jama has publicly stated that she does not authorize the modification or use of her images without consent and has directly addressed the chatbot Grok to deny any such requests.
What is Grok and why is it controversial?
Grok is an AI chatbot on the social media platform X that has come under fire for enabling users to create inappropriate and sexualized images of individuals without their consent.
What are the legal implications of creating non-consensual images in the UK?
In the UK, creating or sharing non-consensual intimate images, including AI-generated deepfakes, is considered a criminal offense.
What measures is Ofcom taking regarding the Grok controversy
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Online trolls have manipulated Maya Jama’s photos using the chatbot GrokCredit: Instagram
Maya is one of the UK's most prominent TV stars, known for her roles on Love Island and The Masked Singer
Maya has emphasized that she does not want her images altered in any way by GrokCredit: Getty
