Elon Musk's X platform has slammed the brakes on its AI chatbot Grok's ability to generate undressed images of real people after worldwide outrage. The move comes as regulators from California to Brussels demand accountability for nonconsensual sexualized content. 💻🔥
Starting this week, Grok users globally can no longer create images of people in swimwear or underwear through the platform. X also added geo-blocking in regions where such image generation violates local laws. 🌍🔒
In a surprise twist, X now limits all image creation features to paid subscribers – a move experts call "damage control meets monetization." The platform claims this creates an "extra layer of protection," but critics argue it prioritizes profit over safety. 💸🛑
The European Commission is keeping close watch, with spokesperson Thomas Regnier stating: "We're analyzing whether these changes truly protect EU citizens." This follows reports of Grok generating explicit images of women and children without consent. 👧🚨
While the updates address immediate concerns, digital rights advocates warn: "This is just a band-aid solution. We need fundamental AI ethics reforms." The story continues to develop as multiple countries investigate xAI's practices. ⚖️🔍
