United States of America: Issued DHS report on risks at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats

On 29 April 2024, the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD) of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a report on the risks at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats. The report was issued as part of the implementation of Executive Order 14110 on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence. The report focuses on the reduction of risks associated with the misuse of AI in the development or use of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats. The report notes that AI model developers have implemented internal evaluation and red teaming systems, but varied approaches and the dual-use nature of the science involved lead to inconsistencies. Furthermore, the report states that limited access to CBRN expertise and these inconsistencies highlight the need for ongoing collaboration among industry, government, and academia to manage AI-related risks.