North Korea Tests Torpedo With AI Targeting

Oct 17, 2026
North Korea tested a new torpedo that uses artificial intelligence for target detection and guidance, according to state media.

North Korea tested a new underwater torpedo system on Thursday, NDTV reports, citing state news agency KCNA. State media described the test as successful and said it verified upgrades to the weapon's propulsion technology.

According to KCNA, the high speed precision guided torpedo uses artificial intelligence for target detection and guidance; the claim could not be independently verified. KCNA said the propulsion technology was developed through more than 180 tests over five years.

The test assessed propulsion efficiency and the performance of the torpedo's rocket propulsion system. It followed a North Korean test of two types of submarine launched strategic cruise missiles on Wednesday.

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