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Should the government invest in artificial intelligence (AI) for defense applications?

AI in defense refers to the use of artificial intelligence technologies to enhance military capabilities, such as autonomous drones, cyber defense, and strategic decision-making. Proponents argue that AI can significantly enhance military effectiveness, provide strategic advantages, and improve national security. Opponents argue that AI poses ethical risks, potential loss of human control, and can lead to unintended consequences in critical situations.

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 @9SSJWNN answered…5mos5MO

Yes, if it is heavily monitored and not in full control.

 @9ZLF34Yfrom Michigan  answered…3mos3MO

It depends on what for because certain things would be dangerous to have artificial intelligence control

 @9ZLJ33Tfrom Michigan  answered…3mos3MO

I feel AI is not the most effective or the most humane route to take. Instead, hire ACTUAL people and pay them fair wages.

 @9Y5RJ54from West Virginia  answered…3mos3MO

Yes, but there needs to be human intervention at some level - especially in critical or potentially lethal situations. Ethics teams should be involved.

 @9XMBCBTanswered…3mos3MO

No, the German government should focus on digitalization first, before jumping into AI hive, which they have little expertise.

 @9TH7MT7answered…5mos5MO

Depends on the context, German workers should not be replaced. But AI is helpful

 @9SRMBBDfrom Maryland  answered…5mos5MO

No, AI is too unreliable to be used for anything nearly as serious as defense. If there is any risk that it could harm an innocent person, it should not be used.

 @9NVM34Kanswered…8mos8MO

No, AI should not decide over important strategic decisions.

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