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A proposed class-action suit has been filed in Illinois alleging that the AI platform Grok harvested facial biometric data from photos uploaded by users without securing the written consent mandated by the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). The complaint argues that Grok’s practice of storing these biometric identifiers violates state law, which requires explicit written permission before collection, storage, or dissemination of such data. If the lawsuit proceeds, it could force Grok to overhaul its data handling policies, potentially leading to substantial legal fees and damages for non‑compliance. The case also serves as a bellwether for other tech firms handling biometric information, highlighting the growing scrutiny of privacy practices under BIPA. Watch for court rulings on the merits of the complaint and any subsequent settlements or injunctions that may reshape how AI services manage user biometric data. [[1]]