India is collaborating with "friendly" countries on leveraging Artificial intelligence for enhancing defence capabilities, the head of the Defence Research Development Organisation (DRDO) said on Thursday.Speaking to ANI, Samir V Kamat explained that India is working with other countries on developing tools as well as fundamental research in improving the algorithm which goes into AI.Talking
Tag: Policy
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Pentagon, Taking Cue from Industry, Examining Satellite Refueling
The Pentagon is interested in leveraging industry work on concepts for refueling satellites in space, a DoD official said on Jan. 17. The concept of dynamic space operations is “realistic
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Artificial Intelligence and Nuclear Stability
Policymakers around the world are grappling with the new opportunities and dangers that artificial intelligence presents. Of all the effects that AI can have on the world, among the most consequential would be integrating it into the command and control for nuclear weapons. Improperly used, AI in nuclear operations could have world-ending effects. If properly implemented, it could reduce nuclear risk by improving early warning and detection and enhancing the resilience of second-strike capabilities, both of which would strengthen deterrence. To take full advantage of these benefits, systems must take into account the strengths and limitations of humans and machines.
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US Air Force’s Ambitious Plan: A Fleet of 1,000 AI-Controlled Attack Drones
Introduction The landscape of modern warfare is on the brink of transformation as the US Air Force unveils its bold vision to introduce a fleet of 1,000 AI-controlled attack drones. These Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) drones are poised to revolutionize the way military operations are conducted, offering capabilities that span from surveillance to air-to-air combat …
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Rising Star in Space: China’s Pursuit of Satellite Dominance
In a bold move to establish itself as a formidable space power, China is progressing rapidly to create its own expansive satellite internet constellation. This project, often compared to StarLink, involves launching about 26,000 satellites into low Earth orbit. The aim is to provide comprehensive global coverage, bridging the digital divide in remote areas and […]
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From drones to sonobuoys, AUKUS partners betting on AI
The U.S. Department of Defense requested $1.8 billion for artificial intelligence in fiscal 2024.
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How Iranian tech empowers Houthi drone, missile attacks in the Red Sea
Houthi militants “are in possession of the some the most sophisticated copies or variants of Iranian weapons,” said Behnam Ben Taleblu.
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US Air Force logistics officer talks basing, drones in the Pacific
”We learned a lot of skills that were multi-capable back in the late 1980s that we are now dusting off.”
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US Plans Drone Bases in West Africa to Counter China and Islamist Militants
The United States is pursuing a new strategy to counter the dual threats of China and Islamist militants in West Africa by setting up drone bases along the coast, according to U.S. and African officials. The U.S. is in talks with Ghana, Ivory Coast and Benin to allow American unarmed surveillance drones to use their
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Taiwan slams aviation safety ‘threat’ from China balloons
Taipei (AFP) Jan 6, 2024
Taiwan’s defence ministry condemned Beijing on Saturday for sending balloons across the median line that separates the self-ruled island and China, saying they pose a “serious threat” to aviation routes and are a form of harassment.
China claims Taiwan as part of its territory and has in recent years stepped up military and political pressure – sending in an unprecedented number of fighter