India, Jan. 15 -- X has announced new limits on the image-editing features of its chatbot Grok after weeks of public criticism over how the tool handled sensitive visual content. The company said it has changed its systems to stop Grok from editing images of real people into revealing clothing, including bikinis. X shared the update through its @Safety account, saying it has added technical controls to address misuse of the tool.

The company stated that the new restrictions apply to all users, including those who pay for access to Grok. According to X, no user will be allowed to use the chatbot to alter images of real individuals in ways that involve bikinis, underwear, or similar clothing. The platform said it took this step to prevent ...