Germany began utilizing an artificial intelligence system in July to identify extremist applicants seeking to join the Bundeswehr, its armed forces. The AI, operated by the military intelligence service, aims to filter out individuals with far-right extremist views during the recruitment process. This initiative raises questions about similar practices in Österreich (Austria). Currently, there is no comparable system in place within the Austrian military for proactively identifying potential extremists among candidates. The German approach highlights a growing concern about right-wing extremism within armed forces and the potential need for preventative measures. The article questions why Österreich has not yet implemented similar screening procedures. This discrepancy in security protocols is prompting debate about national security readiness.