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North Korea Conducts Underwater Test of New AI-Powered Torpedo

North Korea has successfully tested a new precision-guided torpedo system using AI.

Updated: Oct 17, 2026, 01:49 AM GMT-3
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North Korea has successfully tested a new precision-guided torpedo system using AI.

North Korea has announced the successful underwater test of a new precision-guided torpedo system that employs artificial intelligence for enhanced target detection and guidance. This development was reported by the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).

The test, which took place on Thursday, is said to represent a significant advancement in North Korea's naval capabilities. Officials overseeing the test described it as a 'great success' that foreshadows a major transformation in the country's naval development.

The torpedo system, identified as the Zam-2.0, is designed to improve propulsion efficiency and rocket performance, with over 180 tests conducted in the past five years. The integration of AI technology aims to enhance the weapon's effectiveness in real combat scenarios.

This test follows a series of recent military activities by North Korea, including the launch of strategic cruise missiles from a submarine. The country continues to focus on strengthening its military capabilities, particularly in naval warfare, as it recently commissioned new destroyers in both the East and West Seas.

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