Artificial intelligence (AI) makes it possible for machines to learn from experience, adjust to new inputs and perform human-like tasks. Lethal autonomous weapons systems use artificial intelligence to identify and kill human targets without human intervention. Russia, the United States and China have all recently invested billions of dollars secretly developing AI weapons systems sparking fears of an eventual “AI Cold War.”In April 2024 +972 Magazine published a report detailing the Israeli Defense Forces intelligence-based program known as “Lavender.” Israeli intel…
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38% Yes |
62% No |
38% Yes |
62% No |
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@B2574KF1wk1W
Only if AI is advanced enough, it has a mind of its own. Plus, it's computer based so I expect someone tinkering with the A
@B224W3X3wks3W
Make this question more specific. I.e. A.I guidance systems? AI simulated targets? what are we talking about here folks? lets get a little more specific.
@9ZN65GC1mo1MO
Yes, against my better judgement. We will need to use AI to stay abreast of our adversaries, or be left behind.
@9ZDCX9T1mo1MO
No, there is not enough testing or information to say that an AI can distinguish civilians, military personnel and threats.
@9XCDJK22mos2MO
It depends how well the tech can be trusted, it would have to go through years and years of tests before official use since it may have ''Glitches''.
@9WKLBWB2mos2MO
yes, but only after trials, research and contingencies to ensure it is not a threat to ourselves.
@9WK3LGV2mos2MO
Who controls the AI, was it created by our government or a private company or worse by another country.
@9WFR74Q 2mos2MO
Absolutely not. It is vital that we as humans realize and understand the gravity of using weapons to harm other humans. AI may be able to provide functionality and statistics, but it cannot understand the weight of using weapons to harm. Humans themselves are flawed when it pertains to utilizing harmful weaponry, especially in a militaristic setting. It is a slippery slope to utilize AI for weapons.
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