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EPISODE · Jan 12, 2026 · 4 MIN

AI Deepfakes Under Scrutiny, Greenland's Strategic Role, and Myanmar Genocide Hearings

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(00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:33) Ofcom Investigates X Over Grok AI Sexual Deepfakes (00:01:07) US Pursues Greenland's Resources Amid Danish and Chinese Interests (00:01:39) UN Court Opens Hearings on Myanmar's Rohingya Genocide Case (00:02:09) Meta Shuts Over Half a Million Australian Accounts After Age Ban (00:02:41) Russia Deploys Oreshnik Hypersonic Missile and Attacks Kyiv Heating (00:03:10) Conclusion This episode of Global Crossroads covers key international developments, starting with Ofcom's investigation into Elon Musk's X platform and its Grok AI over sexual deepfakes, following similar actions by Indonesia and Malaysia.We then examine the US pursuit of Greenland's critical mineral resources amidst Danish and Chinese interests, and the challenges involved.Additionally, the UN International Court of Justice has opened hearings on Myanmar's alleged genocide against the Rohingya minority.Digital regulation continues with Meta deactivating over half a million Australian accounts due to new age restrictions.Finally, we look at the conflict in Ukraine, where Russia has reportedly deployed its Oreshnik hypersonic missile and continues to target Kyiv's heating infrastructure, leaving thousands without warmth.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/global-crossroads--6799117/support.This episode includes AI-generated content.

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