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DISEC
UNGA1: Disarmament and International Security
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Weaponisation of Artificial Intelligence
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The development and application of AI technology for defense and security objectives is referred to as "weaponizing" AI. To do this, technologies and algorithms must be developed that can aid in the recognition and tracking of targets, autonomous decision-making, and even offensive capabilities. One of the biggest dangers to the global community is the weaponization of AI.
Weaponized AI technologies can operate in all types of terrain and be applied to all aspects of conventional warfare because they do not encounter the same limitations as human soldiers. Furthermore, as artificial intelligence advances, so does its capacity for unconventional conflict, like that which takes place in cyber and space. The lethal autonomous weapons system (LAWS), arguably the most well-known AI system used by the military, raises challenging security concerns for all countries in the world. A military system called LAWS can automatically search, aim, and attack in accordance with its preprogrammed orders. At this stage, LAWS have been incorporated into almost all facets of combat and do not require human interaction to operate. LAWS is used by the United States Armed Forces in unmanned vehicles, weaponry, and covert cyberattacks. The hazards posed by the weaponization of artificial intelligence must be understood, even though the international community does not tend to shy away from technological advancement. The spread of artificially intelligent weaponry raises concerns about arms races, security issues, and the terrifying thought that non-state actors could obtain such weapons. In addition, the bulk of forces around the world are currently using technology that leaves them open to the possibility of hackers getting access to the weapon's code and altering its intended use. |
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