China is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) in information warfare to shape global narratives and manipulate public opinion. A Chinese company named GoLaxy, linked to the Chinese government, has been using advanced cognitive warfare techniques to influence the narrative around the 2024 Taiwan election. GoLaxy collected extensive data on Taiwanese citizens, including political tendencies and GPS coordinates of government institutions, to inform its influence operations.
China has been employing generative AI to create convincing online personas that sway public opinion across global information environments. The integration of AI in warfare poses significant challenges for global security, with potential applications in electronic warfare, surveillance, and disinformation campaigns.
China's military is integrating AI into its warfighting functions, with potential implications for regional security dynamics. The Chengdu Aircraft Design Institute has developed a large language model (LLM) tailored for electronic warfare drones, enabling advanced signal jamming and adaptability.
The US is concerned about China's growing capabilities in AI and its potential impact on global security and influence operations. To counter Chinese AI-driven information operations, the US needs to develop measures such as data pollution and AI system disruption. The strategic competition between the US and China in AI development and deployment is likely to shape the future of global security and influence operations.
