Chinese research scientists affiliated with the People's Liberation Army (PLA) have reportedly utilized Meta's open AI technology to develop a military-focused chatbot, sparking concerns over the risks of open AI. According to Reuters, the researchers used Meta's Llama 2 AI model to create a tool designed to gather and process intelligence, as well as provide information for operational decision-making.

The chatbot, called ChatBIT, raises questions about the potential misuse of open AI models for defense purposes. Meta has responded to the report, stating that the use of the "single, and outdated" Llama model was "unauthorized" and contrary to its acceptable use policy. However, the company did not provide further details on the matter.

This development highlights the ongoing debate over the merits and risks of open AI, particularly in the context of defense and national security. As AI technology continues to advance, it remains to be seen how governments and private companies will balance the benefits of open AI with the potential risks of misuse.