PENTAGON FORMS AI TASK FORCE FOR CYBER WARFARE

The initiative aims to evaluate how leading artificial intelligence systems can be integrated into offensive and defensive cyber operations. The task force will examine safety protocols, operational effectiveness, and risk mitigation strategies for deploying AI-powered hacking tools. Sources granted anonymity cited the sensitive nature of the effort. The move reflects growing Pentagon interest in leveraging AI capabilities for national security missions as adversaries develop their own AI-driven cyber tools. The study will likely address concerns about autonomous systems making critical decisions in cyber warfare, maintaining human oversight, and preventing unintended consequences. The task force's findings could shape future military AI policy and budget allocations. No timeline for the task force's completion or recommendations has been announced.