AI News - December 15, 2025
U.S. Military Adopts Google's Gemini AI Platform
The U.S. Department of Defense is set to implement Google's Gemini AI platform in its first large-scale AI initiative at the Pentagon. This deployment will support tasks like personnel onboarding and contract processing using the new GenAI.mil platform.
FBI Warns of AI-Generated 'Proof of Life' Kidnapping Scams
The FBI alerts the public about a surge in scams where AI is used to create deepfake videos of kidnappings as leverage for ransom. These scams exploit personal social media content to produce realistic fake visuals.
Gemini AI Platform to Optimize Military Personnel Processes
Google's Gemini platform will be pivotal in streamlining military processes like personnel onboarding, aiming to improve administrative efficiency significantly.
Enhanced Contract Processing with Gemini AI at the Pentagon
The deployment of Google's Gemini AI at the Pentagon aims to automate and optimize contract processing workflows, potentially transforming military contract management.
AI Technologies Exploited for Criminal Activity
Recent incidents highlight the growing misuse of AI technology by criminals to carry out sophisticated scams, prompting a call for increased vigilance and public awareness.
Social Media Content Used in AI Scams
Scammers are increasingly using accessible social media content to power AI technologies for creating misleading visuals, prompting privacy concerns.