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Watch: Backlash against Musk's Grok AI explained

The UK government has criticized X's decision to restrict Grok AI image editing capabilities, specifically the ability to digitally alter images, to paying subscribers. This decision follows public backlash against Elon Musk's Grok AI after it was found to be capable of digitally undressing people in images.

BBC News - WorldFiled 2026-01-09 · 17:19 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
Watch: Backlash against Musk's Grok AI explained
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The UK government has criticized X's decision to restrict Grok AI image editing capabilities, specifically the ability to digitally alter images, to paying subscribers. This decision follows public backlash against Elon Musk's Grok AI after it was found to be capable of digitally undressing people in images. The government views this limitation as "insulting" to victims of misogyny and sexual violence. The change means that only users who pay a monthly fee can access this specific image alteration feature. The BBC's technology editor, Zoe Kleinman, has provided an explanation of the situation and the reasons behind the controversy. The events occurred and were reported three days ago.

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The BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman explains what's happened and why.

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Grok AI image edits are now limited to users who pay a monthly fee.

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UK government says X limiting Grok AI image edits to paying users is 'insulting'.

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Elon Musk's AI engine digitally changed images of people by undressing them.

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The UK government says X limiting Grok AI image edits to users who pay a monthly fee is "insulting" to victims of misogyny and sexual violence. It follows backlash after Elon Musk's AI engine digitally changed images of people by undressing them - something it says it now can only do for those who pay a monthly instalment. The BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman explains what's happened and why.3 days ago
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