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AI Video imagines birds as weapons

China has released an AI generated video showing birds being used as weapons in a fictional future war. The video uses artificial intelligence to create an imaginary scene in which advanced technology turns birds into tools for military purposes.

The unusual concept has attracted attention on social media.

A fictional look at future warfare

The AI made video presents an imagined version of future warfare and shows how new technology could be used in unexpected ways. It does not show a real military operation. Instead it appears to be a creative representation of how artificial intelligence and advanced technology might influence future battles.

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Social media reacts

After the video appeared online social media users shared different opinions about the unusual idea. Some found the concept surprising while others viewed it as an interesting example of how AI can create fictional images of future warfare.

The video has also sparked discussion about the possible role of artificial intelligence in future military technology and how AI could be used to imagine new forms of warfare.

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