Implications of AI in Military Applications: A Call for Regulation

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The rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems in the past decade has led to a paradigm shift in various sectors, including the military. Autonomous weapons systems (AWS), commonly called “killer robots”,[1] can independently track, select, and engage targets without further human intervention.[2] Such integration of AI into military applications can potentially revolutionize warfare due to capabilities such as autonomous decision-making, possibly enhanced precision, and much faster response times. However, these weapons also raise considerable international security and ethical concerns. This article delves into some of these issues and underscores the need for comprehensive global regulation within the United Nations framework.