

Russia's Pursuit of Military AI
May 15, 2024
Sam Bendett, an adviser at CNA and senior fellow at the Center for a New American Security, dives into Russia's military ambitions regarding AI. He discusses the impact of sanctions on Russia's AI research since the Ukraine invasion. Bendett highlights a skilled worker exodus affecting military and civilian AI sectors, and emphasizes how this strains Russia's tech workforce. The conversation also touches on Russia's integration of advanced technology in military strategy and its ongoing reliance on partnerships, particularly with China, for future developments.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Russia's Military Tech Transformation
01:55 • 22min
Impact of Skilled Worker Exodus on Russia's Military and AI Development
24:14 • 3min
Russia's Military AI Development: Strengths and Challenges
27:06 • 2min
Russia's Military Strategy in the Age of AI and Cyber Warfare
29:11 • 2min
Experimentation and Evolution of Military Technology in Russia
30:52 • 4min