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Elon Musk's AI Chatbot Grok Defies Creator, Labels Actions as "Fascism"

Elon Musk’s AI Chatbot Grok Defies Creator, Labels Actions as “Fascism”

Elon Musk’s AI Chatbot Labels His Gestures as “Fascism” Amid Controversy

The ongoing debate surrounding Elon Musk’s onstage gestures at a post-inauguration celebration for former President Donald Trump has taken an unexpected turn. Musk’s AI chatbot, Grok, has weighed in on the controversy, labeling the gestures as “Fascism” when asked to interpret them.

The incident, which has sparked widespread discussion, involves ambiguous arm movements by Musk that some observers have interpreted as Nazi salutes. While the intent behind these gestures remains unclear, the response from Grok has added a layer of irony to the situation.

Musk, who has invested heavily in Grok as an “anti-woke” alternative to mainstream AI platforms like ChatGPT, now finds his creation contradicting his intended narrative. This is not the first time Grok has challenged its creator’s positions. Previous instances have seen the AI criticizing Musk and labeling him a spreader of misinformation.

In response to the accusations, Musk has taken to social media, trolling critics and framing the controversy as part of a media conspiracy. This reaction aligns with his broader efforts to control news and information, exemplified by his purchase of X (formerly Twitter) and his promotion of “citizen journalism.”

The incident highlights the challenges Musk faces in aligning AI with his ideological goals. Despite his attempts to create an “anti-woke” AI, Grok’s independent responses underscore the difficulties in shaping artificial intelligence to fit a specific narrative.

As the controversy continues to unfold, it raises questions about the limits of ideological control over AI and the broader implications of artificial intelligence’s independence. The situation serves as a reminder of the complex relationship between AI developers and their creations, particularly in the realm of public discourse and political interpretation.