The FBI is expanding AI use for national security, citing improved threat detection and efficiency.

FBI Director Kash Patel announced the bureau is expanding its use of artificial intelligence to combat evolving domestic and international threats, citing advancements in threat detection and investigative efficiency. In a post on X, Patel emphasized AI as a key tool for national security, highlighting a new technology initiative led by Deputy Director Dan Bongino, though specific details were not disclosed. The move aligns with broader federal efforts to integrate AI across government, including a presidential executive order and partnerships with tech companies like xAI. The FBI’s push reflects growing reliance on AI to address cyber threats and disinformation, though oversight and transparency remain unclear.