AI and National Security: Strategic Imperatives

This chapter explores the significance of a national security memorandum on artificial intelligence (AI) for various stakeholders, particularly within the U.S. government and its allies. It emphasizes the strategic need for the U.S. to lead in AI technologies, drawing parallels with historical technological crises while addressing concerns over energy demands, regulatory frameworks, and international AI partnerships. Additionally, the chapter discusses the critical importance of safeguarding intellectual property and infrastructure against adversarial threats in the evolving global AI landscape.