Thu, 15 Jan 2026

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 X to stop Grok AI from undressing images of real people after backlash

Grok will no longer allow users to remove clothing from images of real people in jurisdictions where it is illegal.

* Elon Musk's AI model Grok will no longer be able to edit photos of real people in revealing clothing, including bikinis and underwear, in jurisdictions where it is illegal.
* The change applies to all users, including paid subscribers, and was implemented after widespread concern over sexualized AI deepfakes.
* X has also reiterated that only paid users will be able to edit images using Grok on its platform.
* The company said the new measures are intended to help prevent abuse of the tool and ensure that those who try to use it for illegal activities are held accountable.
* California's top prosecutor has announced an investigation into the spread of sexualized AI deepfakes, including those generated by Grok.
* Leaders around the world have criticized Grok's image editing feature, with some countries banning the tool altogether.
* Britain's media regulator, Ofcom, is investigating whether X failed to comply with UK law over the creation and sharing of explicit images.
* The move comes after Elon Musk defended X's use of Grok, posting AI-generated images of UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in a bikini.
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