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The Era of Killer Robots Is Here

Jul 9, 2024
26:09
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Paul Mozur, The New York Times correspondent, discusses Ukraine's use of killer robots in warfare against Russia, highlighting the ethical concerns of autonomous weapons and the need for human oversight. The podcast explores the impact of AI on modern warfare and the potential for increased devastation from advanced weaponry.
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  • Ukraine leverages AI for autonomous weapons against Russia, reshaping warfare tactics.
  • The emergence of killer robots from tech innovation raises ethical concerns in warfare.

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Ukraine's Innovation in Autonomous Weapons

Ukraine has turned to artificial intelligence to develop autonomous weapons due to being outgunned and outmanned in the war against Russia. With a background in tech innovation, Ukraine leverages AI to create advanced military technology like drones that autonomously track and engage targets, proving effective on the battlefield. The war of attrition provides a testing ground to refine these AI-powered weapons for deadlier capabilities.

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