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North Korea Adopts ChatGPT Amid AI Misuse Concerns

2/22/2025

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North Korea is embracing ChatGPT in its higher education system, aiming to harness advanced technology for local needs. At Kim Il Sung University, researchers are exploring its capabilities, even with restricted internet access. Meanwhile, OpenAI has suspended accounts tied to potential scams linked to North Korea, raising alarms about the global risks of AI misuse.

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North Korea is embracing ChatGPT in its higher education system, aiming to harness advanced technology for local needs. At Kim Il Sung University, researchers are exploring its capabilities, even with restricted internet access. Meanwhile, OpenAI has suspended accounts tied to potential scams linked to North Korea, raising alarms about the global risks of AI misuse.