Experts Warn of the Chinese Communist Party's Disregard for the Risks of AI Weapons

AI Weapons: A Global Security Risk

According to several experts, advanced weapons powered by artificial intelligence (AI) are posing a significant threat to global security. This risk is particularly high when these weapons fall into the hands of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The CCP, in its quest to surpass the United States militarily, is likely to ignore safeguards surrounding lethal AI technologies, which are becoming increasingly dangerous.

AI-Powered Autonomous Weapons

AI developer and co-founder of Ink, Alexander De Ridder, states that the development of AI-powered autonomous weapons is rapidly progressing. These weapons are becoming more efficient and effective, with autonomous drones, tanks, ships, and submarines already a reality. More exotic modalities, such as quadruped robot dogs armed with machine guns, are also in production in China.

AI Generals and Destabilization

AI is not only used in weapons but also in coordinating battlefield decisions. Both the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), the CCP military, and the U.S. military are working on AI capable of informing and coordinating battlefield decisions. However, the use of AI weapons is redefining warfare and making the world increasingly volatile, according to experts.

Human Control and AI Weapons

Experts agree that keeping a human in control of important decisions, particularly the use of deadly force, is crucial to prevent AI weapons from causing unforeseen havoc. However, the principle of human control is already being eroded by the nature of combat transformed by AI capabilities. In major conflicts where hundreds or perhaps thousands of drones are deployed at once, the side that gives its AI autonomy to shoot will gain a major speed advantage over the side where humans must approve each shot.

Regulation and Public Pressure

Despite the potential hazards, experts agree that public pressure is likely to constrain AI weapon development and use, at least in the United States. However, it is uncertain how such regulations could be enforced against China, which has a long history of refusing any limits on its military development.

Possible Solutions

Some experts suggest developing electromagnetic weapons that could disable computer chips, effectively disabling AI. Another option might be to develop an AI superweapon that could serve as a deterrent. However, these solutions could lead to a Cold War-like stand-off.

Bottom Line

The development and use of AI weapons pose significant risks to global security, particularly when these technologies fall into the hands of the Chinese Communist Party. While safeguards and regulations are necessary, their enforcement remains a challenge. The situation calls for a thoughtful and proactive approach to prevent potential catastrophe. What are your thoughts on this matter? Feel free to share this article with your friends and discuss it. You can also sign up for the Daily Briefing, which is delivered every day at 6pm.