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Elon Musk's xAI Sues Minnesota Over 'Nudification' Technology Law

Published July 30, 2026 at 8:04 PM UTC

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Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company, xAI, has filed a federal lawsuit against the state of Minnesota, challenging a new law that bans the use of "nudification" technology. This technology allows users to create fake nude images of real people using AI. The law, set to take effect on August 1, 2026, is the first of its kind in the United States. xAI argues that while it supports efforts to prevent non-consensual AI-generated nude images, the law is overly broad and could infringe on free speech rights. Minnesota's Attorney General, Keith Ellison, defended the law, emphasizing the harm caused by such AI-generated images. The outcome of this lawsuit could have significant implications for how states regulate AI technologies.