Ep 27. Weaponizing AI, Cyber, and Space: The Next Frontiers of War, ft Ylli Bajraktari (Ep 27)

In this in-depth discussion, Ylli Bajraktari, the President and CEO of the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), delves into how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming global warfare and the strategic positioning of the United States and India. Yill's insights stem from his extensive experience, including his tenure as Executive Director of the National Security Commission on AI, and his work with various US defense leaders. The conversation spans the evolution of AI in both administrative and military contexts, the emerging tech competition with China, and the critical role that US-India collaboration plays in maintaining technological and national security competitiveness. He emphasizes the need for strategic tech alliances, proactive governance in AI, and the integration of both hardware and software capabilities for India to stay ahead. Additionally, Yill touches upon the complexities of global governance in AI and presents a framework for international cooperation to navigate the competitive technology landscape.About Yill BajraktariYlli Bajraktari is the President and CEO of the Special Competitive Studies Project.Prior to launching SCSP, Ylli served as the Executive Director of the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence. Prior to joining NSCAI, he served as Chief of Staff to the National Security Advisor LTG H.R. McMaster, held a variety of leadership roles for former Deputy Secretary of Defense Robert Work, and served as Special Assistant to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dempsey. Originally joining the Department of Defense in 2010, he served in the Office of the Undersecretary for Policy as a country director for Afghanistan, and later India. Mr. Bajraktari is the recipient of the Department of Defense Distinguished Civilian Service Medal – the highest award given to career DoD civilian employees.Link: https://www.scsp.ai/ylli-bajraktari/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ylli-bajraktari-5b101326b/Chapters00:00 Promo03:14 Yill's Journey in AI and Technology05:39 AI Commission's Mission and Impact06:31 China's Technological Ambitions08:01 The Role of Technology in National Security08:29 Formation of the AI Commission09:42 Post-ChatGPT AI Landscape10:03 Public-Private Sector Dynamics12:54 Lessons from the AI Commission13:11 The Importance of Hardware in AI14:16 Energy and AI24:41 The Great Tech Game25:51 Competitiveness Strategy for Nations28:04 China's 5G and AI Strategy32:07 Private Sector's Role in National Security34:12 Recent Work at SCSP38:11 Future of AI and Technology39:43 Future of Semiconductors and Communication40:23 Advancements in Compute Power and Energy41:33 Biotech and AI Integration41:57 Dynamic Nature of Technology42:15 AI's Role in Modern Warfare44:22 AI in Military Decision Making51:33 AI and Cyber Warfare01:01:17 US-India Tech Alliance01:07:49 Global Governance of AI01:15:24 Book and Podcast RecommendationsBook Links:Anirudh Suri:The Great Tech Game by Anirudh Suri - https://amzn.eu/d/1Su38My Follow Anirudh here:X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/anirudhsuriLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anirudhsuri/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anirudh_suriFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnirudhSuri.inWebsite: [www.anirudhsuri.com](http://www.anirudhsuri.com/) Book and Podcast: [www.greattechgame.com](http://www.greattechgame.com/)AI, #cyberwarfare, #nationalsecurity, #technologycompetition, #India, #UnitedStates, #China, #militarypower, #innovationpower, #techalliance, #AIModels, #hardware, #privatesector, #publicprivatemodel, #AIcommission, #semiconductors, #techcompanies, #militaryAI, #AIethics, #AIGovernance, #internationaltechnologystandards, #digitalinfrastructure, #AIenabledcyberattacks, #globaltechcompetition, #satelliteimagery, #futureenergy, #biotech, #quantumcomputing, #advancedcommunications, #deepdiveonAI