Sunday, December 08, 2024

Could be amusing to listen in. I wonder if they will make them available?

https://www.reuters.com/world/us-alleges-china-hacked-calls-very-senior-political-figures-official-says-2024-12-07/

US alleges China hacked calls of 'very senior' political figures, official says

The U.S. believes that an alleged sweeping Chinese cyber espionage campaign known as Salt Typhoon targeted and recorded telephone calls of "very senior" American political figures, a White House official said on Saturday.

She did not elaborate, including revealing the identities of those who were targeted.

The New York Times in October reported that members of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's family and Biden administration officials were among those targeted by China-linked hackers who broke into telecommunications companies.





A leading indicator?

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Sheeba-Afridi/publication/386341455_The_Role_of_Artificial_Intelligence_in_Modern_Warfare_and_International_Security/links/674e0d36a7fbc259f1a62676/The-Role-of-Artificial-Intelligence-in-Modern-Warfare-and-International-Security.pdf

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Modern Warfare and International Security

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly transforming the landscape of modern warfare and international security, introducing new capabilities, challenges, and ethical dilemmas. AI technologies, ranging from autonomous weapons systems to advanced data analysis tools, are being integrated into military strategies and defense systems, altering the way conflicts are fought and security is maintained. AI's potential to enhance decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and enable real-time responses to threats has led to its rapid adoption by military forces around the world. These advancements promise significant improvements in precision, speed, and effectiveness in both offensive and defensive operations. However, the integration of AI in warfare also raises serious concerns about accountability, control, and the potential for unintended consequences. Autonomous weapons, capable of operating without human intervention, present risks in terms of ethical decision-making, potential escalation of conflicts, and the loss of human oversight. The possibility of AI systems being hacked or malfunctioning also presents vulnerabilities in military operations, potentially leading to catastrophic outcomes. Moreover, AIdriven warfare could exacerbate global security tensions, as states race to develop and deploy these technologies, potentially triggering a new arms race in autonomous weaponry and cybersecurity. In the realm of international security, AI also plays a significant role in intelligence gathering, surveillance, and cyber defense. AI-powered algorithms can analyze vast amounts of data quickly, identifying patterns and threats that would otherwise go unnoticed, thus strengthening national security frameworks. However, the use of AI for surveillance and cybersecurity raises privacy concerns and the risk of state overreach



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