autonomous weapons

Frank Kendall discusses challenges in applying arms control to autonomous systems in a book excerpt. The focus is on whether autonomous weapons can be effectively regulated.

The Pentagon may reduce spending on traditional weapons to invest in low-cost autonomous weapons if reconciliation efforts fail, according to Emil Michael. He stated that trade-offs between expensive systems and affordable drones are being considered.

Sen. Adam Schiff introduced the HALO Act, a bill requiring human involvement in the Pentagon’s use of autonomous or semi-autonomous AI weapons. The legislation aims to establish a clear chain of command where a designated commander has final authority over such operations.

Pope Leo XIV released his first encyclical, 'Magnifica Humanitas,' urging the 'disarmament' of AI to prevent its misuse in domination and exclusion. The document critiques autonomous weapons, exploitative data practices, and the monopolization of AI-related assets like patents and algorithms.

The Royal Navy is developing a 'Hybrid Navy' strategy that combines crewed ships with uncrewed and autonomous platforms, including drones, robot escorts, and long-range strike systems, to strengthen its capabilities amid a stretched fleet.

Google has expanded the Pentagon's access to its AI technology following Anthropic's refusal to permit the Department of Defense (DoD) to use its AI for domestic mass surveillance and autonomous weapons.

The Pentagon is addressing the challenges of securing AI in autonomous warfare, as highlighted by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine during a discussion at Vanderbilt University's Asness Summit. He emphasized that autonomous weapons are becoming an essential component of modern military operations.