As Grok’s AI image tool is used at scale to generate abusive content, a rapid analysis by CIR investigators draws out five emerging lessons for platforms, regulators and policymakers. Based on a review of over 1,600 abusive prompts, the findings highlight how even basic safeguards can have a substantive effect in limiting the ease, scale and severity of abuse.

Designed as a resource for researchers, journalists, and the public, the new hub aims to raise awareness and increase access to gender-focused, open source research on a range of countries and contexts.

CIR explains how gendered disinformation works and provides actionable responses for governments and civil society.

A new CIR report explores the ins and outs of identity-based disinformation, demonstrating its online and offline impact on marginalised groups.