Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Does AI make the battlefield safer or more unpredictable?
Michael C. Horowitz argues that AI systems offer more reliability when properly tested and validated.
Laura Walker McDonald points to a critical concern: under the law, weapons must have predictable effects. If AI behaves in ways that can’t be anticipated, it's more difficult to protect civilians and plan responsibly.
Does AI make the battlefield safer or more unpredictable?
Michael C. Horowitz argues that AI systems offer more reliability when properly tested and validated.
Laura Walker McDonald points to a critical concern: under the law, weapons must have predictable effects. If AI behaves in ways that can’t be anticipated, it's more difficult to protect civilians and plan responsibly.
