Experts warn of AI swarms that threaten democracy

Researchers warn of malicious AI agents that could usher in a new phase in the global information war. To prevent this, they call for tough measures against the creators of such systems.

Experts in artificial intelligence have warned of AI swarms that could endanger democracy. According to researchers, malicious AI agents might elevate the global information war to a new level. The warning stems from concerns that such autonomous systems could massively spread disinformation and undermine democratic processes.

To curb this threat, the experts propose taking strong action against the developers and creators of the AI systems. This includes legal and technical measures to enhance accountability for those responsible. The discussion highlights the need to tighten regulations for AI technologies without hindering innovation.

The warnings come from a report in Der Spiegel magazine, which sheds light on the potential risks to open societies.

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US President Donald Trump has directed federal agencies to immediately cease using Anthropic's AI technology. The order follows a dispute with the Pentagon, where the company refused unconditional military use of its Claude models. Anthropic has vowed to challenge the Pentagon's ban in court.

Cybersecurity experts are increasingly alarmed by how artificial intelligence is reshaping cybercrime, with tools like deepfakes, AI phishing, and dark large language models enabling even novices to execute advanced scams. These developments pose significant risks to businesses in the coming year. Published insights from TechRadar underscore the scale and sophistication of these emerging threats.

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Washington and Beijing must engage on the dangers and opportunities of AI amid rapid development, or it would be irresponsible. An opinion piece highlights progress in AI and nuclear security talks but calls for sustained senior-level diplomacy.

In 2025, cyber threats in the Philippines stuck to traditional methods like phishing and ransomware, without new forms emerging. However, artificial intelligence amplified the volume and scale of these attacks, leading to an 'industrialization of cybercrime'. Reports from various cybersecurity firms highlight increases in speed, scale, and frequency of incidents.

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An author attending the Asia Leaders Series in Zurich, Switzerland, suggests the US and China could cooperate on AI risks, similar to their 1972 alignment against a shared threat. The forum's discussions revealed that current global strains are normal rather than exceptional.

US President Donald Trump has directed all federal agencies to immediately cease using Anthropic's AI tools amid a dispute over military applications. The move follows weeks of clashes between Anthropic and Pentagon officials regarding restrictions on AI for mass surveillance and autonomous weapons. A six-month phase-out period has been announced.

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