Some tech leaders fear AI. ScaleAI is selling it to the military
Some tech leaders fear AI. ScaleAI is selling it to the military October 22, 2023 Authored: By Gerrit De Vynck Published: Washington Post Summary: ScaleAI, a leading AI company, is positioning itself as a key player in the technological rivalry between the United States and China. It recently secured a $249 million contract with the […]
Google and the Department of Defense are building an AI-powered microscope to help doctors spot cancer
Google and the Department of Defense are building an AI-powered microscope to help doctors spot cancer September 18, 2023 Authored: By Ashley Capoot Published: CNBC Summary: The Department of Defense and Google have developed an Augmented Reality Microscope (ARM) to assist pathologists in diagnosing cancer. The ARM outlines cancer locations and severity, aiding pathologists’ workflow. […]
A.I. Brings the Robot Wingman to Aerial Combat
A.I. Brings the Robot Wingman to Aerial Combat Aug. 27, 2023 Authored: By Eric Lipton Published: New York Times Summary: The U.S. Air Force is developing the XQ-58A Valkyrie, an experimental AI-powered aircraft with the potential to supplement traditional fighter jets, offering highly capable drones as combat companions. These collaborative combat aircraft (CCAs) could be […]
Why we should all be rooting for boring AI
Why we should all be rooting for boring AI August 22, 2023 Authored: Melissa Heikkilä Published: MIT Technology Review Summary: The article discusses the ethical complexities of using AI in warfare. It highlights the lack of rules and accountability for AI failures in conflict situations. The US Department of Defense’s move to implement Generative AI […]