importantSYS.SOURCE: TechCrunch• 2026-08-01T20:26:04Z

Judge Upholds Minnesota Ban on Nudify Apps Despite xAI's Legal Challenge

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A Minnesota judge denied xAI's request to block the state's ban on 'nudify' apps, citing the delayed lawsuit filing as evidence of non-imminent harm. The ruling allows the law to take effect while xAI's legal challenge continues, with the company arguing the ban is overly broad and less restrictive alternatives exist.

Despite a lawsuit from xAI, a Minnesota ban on apps that allow users to “nudify” images can move forward.

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