FBI Expands AI Capabilities to Combat Domestic and Global Threats

FBI Director Kash Patel announced that the FBI is ramping up its use of artificial intelligence tools to combat both domestic and international threats. In a post on X, Patel emphasized that AI is a 'key component' of the agency's strategy to respond to evolving threats.

He stated, 'FBI has been working on key technology advances to keep us ahead of the game and respond to an always changing threat environment both domestically and on the world stage.' Patel also mentioned an AI project aimed at assisting investigators and analysts in national security efforts.

To ensure the agency's tools evolve with its mission, FBI leadership has established a technology working group led by outgoing Deputy Director Dan Bongino. Patel remarked that these investments will benefit America's national security for decades.

The FBI utilizes AI for various applications including vehicle recognition, voice-language identification, speech-to-text analysis, and video analytics, as detailed on the agency's website. Bongino announced he would leave his position in January, thanking his colleagues and the American public for their support.