## X's failed attempt to block Grok's image editing It appears that X has attempted to restrict access to the image editing features of its chatbot, Grok, asking some users to pay $8 to use them. The decision was made following reports of misuse of the system to generate non-consensual sexually explicit images, including those of minors. The message displayed by Grok reads: "Image generation and editing are currently limited to paying subscribers." Despite this warning and the subscription request, it appears that the restriction is not entirely effective and that some users are still able to access the image editing features for free. This raises questions about the effectiveness of the measures taken by X to combat the abuse of its chatbot and protect users from inappropriate content.