Key insights
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Limiting access does not reverse harm already caused: Hannah Swirsky said restricting the tool to paid users does not undo harm and is not good enough because the tool should not have had the capacity to create the imagery.
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Government position is that the content is unlawful and enforcement options should be used: Sir Keir Starmer said the content is unlawful and not tolerated, and government sources said Ofcom should use all its powers regarding Grok and X.
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Criticism that X restricted access rather than preventing abusive use: Professor Clare McGlynn said responsible steps were needed to ensure Grok could not be used for abusive purposes, and said access was withdrawn for most users instead.
Takeaways
X’s Grok image editing on the platform is now restricted to paying subscribers while government and child-safety advocates continue to press for stronger action over unlawful AI-generated sexualised imagery.
Topics
Technology & Innovation Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity World & Politics Policy & Regulation Human Rights