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North Korea says it tested new torpedo system with AI capabilities

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Tong-hyung, K. (2026, October 17). North Korea says it tested new torpedo system with AI capabilities. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/news/world/asia/north-korea-says-it-tested-new-torpedo-system-with-ai-capabilities/article_89a5ea3b-92c2-5098-835c-9fa13342ac69.html

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North Korea announced on Saturday that it successfully tested a new torpedo system called Zam-2.0, which reportedly uses artificial intelligence for target detection and guidance. The test took place on Thursday according to the Korean Central News Agency, but details about the specific AI capabilities were not provided.

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On October 15, 2026, North Korea claimed to have tested a new torpedo system named Zam-2.0, which it said uses artificial intelligence for target detection and guidance. The test was aimed at verifying the weapon's propulsion technology developed through over 180 tests conducted over five years. This development comes amid escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula as both Koreas work to enhance their military capabilities. South Korea’s military did not immediately respond to the report, but some experts doubt North Korea has truly integrated advanced AI into its weapons systems due to technical limitations.

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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea said Saturday it had successfully tested a new torpedo system that uses artificial intelligence for target detection and guidance. asserted

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The Korean Central News Agency said the weapon tested Thursday was a “super-speed, precisely guided” torpedo system named Zam-2.0. asserted

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