Chinese Military Investing in AI Tools for Intelligence Work, Research Says

China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is actively pursuing generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to gather and analyze military intelligence, according to a threat analysis report published on June 17.

U.S.-based Insikt Group, the research division of threat intelligence consultancy Recorded Future, examined articles in PLA-affiliated media, research papers, patent applications, and procurement orders, and said the material showed the Chinese military’s “clear interest” in generative AI tools.