AI Weaponization Risk

Context:
- It can (typically) involve the integration of AI into autonomous weapons systems, cyber-attack tools, or surveillance technologies.
- It can (often) raise ethical concerns regarding decision-making in lethal force applications and the risk of accidental engagements.
- It can lead to an arms race among nations to develop AI-powered military capabilities.
- It can be addressed through international treaties and agreements on the use of AI in military applications.
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Counter-Example(s):
- Internal Combustion Engine Weaponization.
- AI Loss of Control.
See: Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS), Cybersecurity, International Humanitarian Law.

References

(Harris et al., 2024) ⇒ Edouard Harris, Jeremie Harris, and Mark Beall. (2024). “Defense in Depth: An Action Plan to Increase the Safety and Security of Advanced AI.” In: Review by the United States Department of State. [1]
- NOTES: It includes the risks related to the potential use of AI technologies in creating or enhancing weapons systems, making them more effective, autonomous, and potentially uncontrollable, akin to weapons of mass destruction (WMD).