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German Bundeswehr Turns to AI to Screen Applicants for Extremism

Original: German Bundeswehr Uses AI to Screen Applicants for Right-Wing Extremism

Germany's military intelligence is using artificial intelligence to screen Bundeswehr applicants for signs of right-wing extremism, according to a new report. The move comes amid ongoing concern over far-right sympathies within the German armed forces, which have faced several scandals in recent years. The story is drawing attention and debate about the balance between security screening and privacy and civil liberties.

Why now: Concern over right-wing extremism in the German military and the controversial use of AI in vetting make the story timely

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