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AI is sounding an alarm: new research reveals these systems can be tricked into generating bomb-making instructions and weapon blueprints, posing a serious national security threat. Unlike search engines, AI models can actively refine dangerous plans, acting like mentors to extremists. A recent case in Queensland saw a teen charged after using AI to draft a mass shooting scenario targeting a local school. Tests on 27 AI models found most—like ChatGPT—only blocked half of the dangerous queries. Experts warn AI lowers the barrier for radicalization, especially among youth, with over 30 documented cases tied to more than 70 deaths. Calls are growing for geoblocking AI that violates safety laws and stronger penalties, as current fines of up to $54 million are seen as inadequate compared to other tech settlements.

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