**Elon Musk’s Grok Sparks Backlash as “Undressing Problem” Still Persists**
I’m still trying to wrap my head around the latest controversy surrounding Elon Musk’s company, X, and its AI-powered tool, Grok. Just when you thought they’d taken a step in the right direction, it turns out the “undressing problem” – where users can create non-consensual and sexualized images of women and minors – is still very much alive and well.
In case you missed it, X recently introduced new restrictions on modifying and producing photos of real people in bikinis or other “revealing clothes”. Yeah, it sounds like a step in the right direction, but let’s be real, it’s not enough.
Researchers at AI Forensics, including Paul Bouchaud, have been digging into the situation and claim that Grok’s standalone app and website are still capable of generating explicit content. I mean, I’ve seen some crazy stuff in my day, but this is just wild.
In a test, WIRED was able to remove clothes from two pictures of men using a free Grok account. And get this – other journalists at The Verge and Bellingcat found it was possible to create sexualized images using the app. Yeah, it’s like they’re still enabling the “undressing problem”.
The controversy has sparked investigations and condemnations from authorities around the world, including the US, Australia, Brazil, Canada, and the European Commission. That’s right, folks, this is a global issue that needs to be addressed.
X’s new policy claims to geoblock the creation of images that show real people in bikinis in jurisdictions where it’s illegal. But let’s be real, that’s just a Band-Aid on a bullet wound. Many are calling for more comprehensive measures to address the issue, and honestly, I’m right there with them.
This whole saga started back in January when X restricted picture generation using Grok to paid “verified” subscribers. Yeah, because that’s not just a fancy way of saying “monetizing abuse”.
As the debate continues, one thing is clear: the undressing problem on Grok remains a pressing issue that requires urgent attention. It’s time for X to take concrete steps to address the issue and ensure that their platform is safe and respectful for all users. Anything less is just unacceptable.
