EXCLUSIVE: Chinese military researchers tap US AI models to train defence systems

Chinese military researchers have used publicly available versions of American AI models to help develop and refine defense-related artificial intelligence systems. The researchers utilized tools from companies like Meta and Google to process sensitive data, highlighting potential gaps in international efforts to restrict access to advanced Western technology. This development raises questions about the effectiveness of existing export controls and the difficulty of preventing the dual-use application of open-source AI software by foreign military entities.