U.S. military intelligence received a false report this spring concerning a Chinese ship in the Middle East. The inaccurate information claimed the vessel was carrying nuclear weapons components. This led to the U.S. military preparing an operation to intercept the ship, involving armed personnel and military aircraft. However, just before the planned boarding, officials discovered the report was generated using AI. A chatbot had inaccurately identified the ship's cargo, making the entire report false. This incident highlights the significant risks associated with using AI for military targeting, especially during wartime. The false alarm could have nearly triggered a conflict between the U.S. and China. Despite these risks, U.S. military and intelligence officials are actively integrating AI into numerous operations. This integration aims to maintain a technological edge over potential adversaries. The Defense Department has released a strategy to accelerate the military's adoption of AI.