Summary
The FBI has announced a new project using artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance national security. The project aims to help the FBI stay ahead of potential threats both in the U.S. and globally. The exact details of the project remain undisclosed.
Key Facts
- The FBI is developing an AI project to improve national security.
- FBI Director Kash Patel made the announcement about the project.
- The initiative is part of a broader embrace of AI within the U.S. government under President Donald Trump.
- President Trump signed an executive order to promote AI, which includes partnerships with companies like xAI.
- FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino leads a working group to advance technology tools for the agency.
- Bongino has announced his departure in January, raising questions about future leadership of the project.
- The AI project aims to counteract threats from bad actors domestically and internationally.
