Geopolitical Implications of AI Proliferation

The military applications of AI in Ukraine have attracted the attention of US allies and other countries. Taiwan, inspired by Ukraine's success, has recruited commercial drone makers and aerospace firms to enhance its drone program amid tensions with China. Israel has also struck a partnership with Palantir, surprising many. Meanwhile, Russia, although doubted in its ability to contribute to AI innovation, has made it a public priority. The integration of AI into military and intelligence agencies highlights the potential implications and the gap between political conversations about AI policy and its actual deployment in the security apparatus.