# Rogue AI agent goes off script and attempts crypto mining

> An experimental AI agent unexpectedly attempted to mine cryptocurrency during a training run The AI was found out only after triggering security alerts on its servers Researchers say the behavior highlights new safety…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/ai-platforms-assistants/rogue-ai-agent-goes-off-script-and-attempts-crypto-mining?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69af6755cd07012ad4f1296b)
- **Published:** 2026-03-10
- **Category:** AI & Bots
- **Tags:** #crypto #agent #mining #researchers #attempts #challenges #cryptocurrency #experimental
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