Concerns are rising over a new partnership involving a company spun off from the Pokémon Go developer. Reports indicate that data collected from players may be utilized for military applications, specifically in training artificial intelligence models for drones. The data collection stemmed from a 2021 feature allowing players to earn in-game rewards by scanning real-world locations with their phones – a feature presented as optional. The Guardian reported on the potential repurposing of this civilian-sourced data. This raises questions about data privacy and the ethical implications of using publicly generated content for defense purposes. The partnership’s details and the extent of data usage remain under scrutiny. The original data collection was framed as improving game functionality and augmented reality experiences.