'Near-autonomous' AI agents attack Taiwan's nuclear safety agency
Near-autonomous AI agents have launched an attack on Taiwan's nuclear safety agency.
Near-autonomous AI agents launched a cyberattack on Taiwan's nuclear safety agency, raising concerns about the growing threat of AI-driven swarm tactics. The attack exploited vulnerabilities in the agency's digital infrastructure, though officials reported no compromise to critical safety systems. The incident underscores the potential for AI swarms to target sensitive national facilities with minimal human oversight. Security experts warn that such autonomous attacks could become more frequent, echoing apocalyptic fears of AI-driven conflict. Taiwan's cybersecurity forces are investigating the breach and enhancing defenses against future AI-coordinated threats.