Defense Autonomous Warfare Group (DAWG)
Coverage of Defense Autonomous Warfare Group (DAWG) in the Nexus archive.
- AI, Autonomous Weapons, and the Pentagon’s $55 Billion Bet on Future War
The U.S. Department of Defense is requesting a $55 billion budget for the Defense Autonomous Warfare Group (DAWG) in 2027, a significant increase from $225 million in 2026, to accelerate development of AI-driven autonomous weapons. Concerns were raised about outdated governance frameworks (DoD 3000.09) and the global AI arms race, particularly with China.
- US military launches first-ever autonomous warfare command to deploy unmanned systems across Latin America
The U.S. military has established the first autonomous warfare command, the SOUTHCOM Autonomous Warfare Command (SAWC), to deploy unmanned systems across Latin America. The initiative, led by Gen. Francis Donovan, aims to counter narcoterrorist and cartel networks, enhance regional security, and leverage emerging technologies like AI and autonomous platforms.
- Pentagon wants $54B for drones, more than most nations’ military budgets
The US Pentagon's FY2027 budget includes a $53.6 billion investment in drones and counter-drone technology, surpassing many nations' defense budgets. The funds are allocated under the Defense Autonomous Warfare Group (DAWG), which received a significant budget increase from $226 million in FY2026. The spending aims to enhance production, training, logistics, and defense systems for drone operations.