Key Takeaways:
- Grok declined Rover’s giveaway due to past scam claims, as per ZachXBT.
- ZachXBT resurfaced 2024 promo fraud findings.
- Users now question the giveaway’s legitimacy.
AI chatbot Grok, developed by xAI and integrated into X (formerly Twitter), made headlines this weekend after refusing to assist influencer Crypto Rover in picking a giveaway winner, citing past allegations of pump-and-dump schemes as reported by a prominent on-chain investigator, ZachXBT.
The incident unfolded after Crypto Rover, known for his large following of retail traders, tagged Grok in a tweet celebrating Ethereum (ETH) crossing $3,750. He invited Grok to randomly select a winner from commenters eligible for a $1,000 giveaway in ETH or USDT.
But instead of complying, Grok posted multiple replies rejecting the request as reported by ZachXBT, stating:
Findings Resurfaced by ZachXBT
These allegations weren’t new. The findings were originally uncovered and shared by prominent on-chain investigator ZachXBT in a February 2024 investigation. In a detailed thread, ZachXBT accused Rover of failing to fulfill a paid promotional agreement with a small-cap token project.
ZachXBT reposted the Grok exchange this week, reigniting attention to the investigation and amplifying community discussion around influencer ethics in the crypto space.
Reaction: AI Accountability Meets Crypto Culture
In a recent series of tweets, Crypto Rover posted another giveaway –
However, the credibility of the giveaway is now facing further scrutiny from followers. A user going by @Ayiizan commented:
Grok confirmed that it had selected X user @Ayiizan as the giveaway winner.
Crypto Rover has not directly responded to the Grok tweets as of now and has blocked ZachXBT.
Why It Matters
Grok’s refusal to endorse the giveaway, as per ZachXBT’s investigative findings, marks a rare collision of AI ethics, influencer culture, and on-chain accountability. It also sends a message: even automated tools are beginning to question the role of hype-driven promotion in crypto.
