AI and the future of warfare

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How might artificial intelligence change the nature of warfare, and what political and ethical dilemmas does it pose in civilian society? Nowadays popular culture is full of speculation about these questions, but popular films and TV series often run far ahead of reality, while at the same time downplaying the dangers which exist in the real world. In this episode I interviewed Dr. Kenneth Payne, author of a great – and highly-acclaimed – new book on war and artificial intelligence about these questions, and more.

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Kenneth’s new book.

Credits

Host – Andy Gawthorpe

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