AI in Warfare: What to Do About It?

AI in Warfare: What to Do About It?

Artificial intelligence opens great opportunities for entire industries, but its rapid development in warfare remains a major concern. It has become a hot topic all over the world. Military capabilities can be enhanced exponentially, but when machines replace human decision-making, the risk of errors and miscalculations also increases. Add the nuclear component, and these threats become existential. The United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research has launched an initiative to put AI in warfare on the agenda of the Center of Excellence on AI, Peace and Security. It aims to advance multilateral dialogue by attracting support from the AI industry and military stakeholders. Meanwhile, the expert community is calling for a regulatory framework that would be legally binding on all who might use emerging technologies in the military domain. Our UN reporter Ainur Imangali has more.