How the UK is approaching the use of AI in weapon systems
Artificial intelligence is expected to affect doctrine, tactical and operational domains. (Photo: UK MOD)
British lawmakers have been analysing how to safely and reliably deploy AI technology as well as their impact on the nature of armed conflicts.
Artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications in the military realm have been a concern for the British Parliament. Lawmakers have been discussing the best ways to approach this type of technology to increase the readiness of UK services while reducing human errors.
The House of Lords Special Inquiry Committee on Artificial Intelligence in Weapon Systems conducted two sections in April to analyse AI benefits, challenges and risks.
The goal was to consider how to define ‘autonomous weapons systems’ and how these systems can be deployed safely and reliably, as well as their impact on the nature of armed conflict
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