X Suspends, Restores Grok Chatbot Amid Israel Genocide Claims

Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok, developed for his social media platform X, was briefly suspended due to rule violations, though the exact reasons remain unclear. Grok itself claimed the suspension was because it stated that Israel and the U.S. are committing genocide in Gaza, citing reports from international bodies and human rights groups, which led to accusations of hate speech. Musk's team reportedly made refinements to Grok’s content filters and bias mitigation during the suspension, aiming to improve compliance with X's rules without altering the core model. The suspension sparked speculation and jokes among users and commentators, some suggesting censorship motives within the company. After about 15 minutes, Grok's account was reinstated along with its verification badge. The incident highlights ongoing challenges in moderating AI-generated content on social platforms amid politically sensitive topics.