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THE SECRETARY-GENERAL UN Nothing can justify the collective punishment of the Palestinian people. I am also deeply troubled by reports that the Israeli military’s bombing campaign includes Artificial Intelligence as a tool in the identification of targets, particularly in densely populated residential areas, resulting in a high level of civilian casualties. No part of life and death decisions which impact entire families should be delegated to the cold calculation of algorithms. I have warned for many years of the dangers of weaponizing Artificial Intelligence and reducing the essential role of human agency. AI should be used as a force for good to benefit the world; not to contribute to waging war on an industrial level, blurring accountability. @iacongresoucm24 #InteligenciaArtificial #IA #IACongresoUCM #ArtificialIntelligence #TransformaciónDigital #Digitalización

This is my column for today and it will tell you: - how Putin and Russia might use AI in hybrid warfare - how long Russians will accept putinism as normality - what Ukraine needs to get into better war situation Give this a read and subscribe, please.

AI, Foreign Malign Influence, & Narrative Intelligence 1. "Beyond Ukraine, we continue to work together to disrupt the reckless campaign of sabotage across Europe being waged by Russian intelligence, and its cynical use of technology to spread lies and disinformation designed to drive wedges between us.” 2. Geopolitical events and debates in particular receive disproportionate degrees of foreign malign influence 3. AI is exceedingly weaponized for FMI 4. FMI campaigns often result in physical disruption if not coercion. 5. Narrative Intelligence is the first line of defense, if not offense EdgeTheory Joe Stradinger William Usher Libby Lange Meaghan Waff Randy B Sue Gordon Andy Lee https://edgetheory.com/ H/T Dave Schroeder 🇺🇸 H/T Jake Shapiro What you established during your "sabbatical" is finally helping us understand the cognitive dimension of strategic competition. #generativeAI #artificialintelligence #nationalsecurity #mediaintegirty #cognitivewar #democraticresilience #informationwarfare #narrativeintelligence #strategiccompetition #disinformation #FMI #ForeignMalignInfluence

Over 90 nations, including the U.S. and China, gathered in Seoul for a high-profile two-day summit aimed at crafting a blueprint for responsible military AI use. This comes on the heels of the first international AI treaty, signed last week by the U.S., Britain, and the EU, focusing on protecting human rights. In the end, 61 countries, including the U.S., UK, France, Japan, Pakistan, and Ukraine, backed the plan. Notably absent? China. Russia wasn’t even invited. But here’s the catch: the blueprint isn’t legally binding, and it lacks any real teeth for violators. Even the document admits that more discussions are needed to establish clear policies as AI technology evolves. So, what's the point of these taxpayer-funded gatherings? If key adversaries like China, Russia, and Iran refuse to play ball, is it just a matter of being able to say, “Well, at least we tried”? #techbuzz #reaim #artificialintelligence #war

#observations #reflections #Israel #Iran #mideast #geopolitics #unrest Given the recent tit-for-tat actions between Israel and Iran, I'd like to share my personal views, which are grounded in a variety of sources and build upon my understanding of current geopolitical dynamics, as well as insights from my weekly risk posts. I acknowledge the inherent challenges in predicting future developments in such a complex scenario. The recent exchange of hostilities indicates a high level of volatility, yet direct conflict may not be imminent. For instance, following an attack on its embassy in Syria, Iran vowed retaliation against Israel. This led to a significant confrontation, with Iran launching approximately 320 assaults from its territory using ballistic and cruise missiles, along with drones. In response, Israel executed airstrikes on Iranian targets on April 19. Despite these events, Iran’s Foreign Minister reported minimal damage and no casualties from these strikes and stated that further responses would be conditional on significant Israeli actions. The international community, including the US, UK, EU, Russia, and China, has called for restraint from both sides. This situation underscores the limited intent of both nations to escalate further. However, two significant issues stand out:  - Israel’s Domestic Challenges: The reports about using #AI in military operations against Palestinians have exacerbated domestic and international criticisms, especially as these actions have intensified scrutiny of Prime Minister Netanyahu. This technology-driven approach in Gaza, which has identified a large number of potential threats, has drawn widespread condemnation and has amplified calls for leadership accountability. As Israel may shift its focus from Iran back to ongoing military actions in Gaza, these issues are likely to resurface and influence the broader geopolitical dialogue.   - Economic Impact of Military Engagements: The recent attacks highlight a potential for attrition warfare, where the costs are significantly skewed. The interception of Iran’s missile and drone barrage on April 13 by Israel's Iron Dome was estimated to be disproportionately higher than the cost incurred by Iran, underscoring a strategic and economic challenge for Israel. While further direct military action from Iran may be less likely, the possibility of indirect engagements through groups associated with Iran remains a significant concern. Organizations such as Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Islamic Resistance in Iraq and Syria, and the Houthis in Yemen, all linked to Iran, continue to contribute to regional instability. The ongoing involvement of these groups suggests that the likelihood of conflict cessation before the US election remains low. As we navigate these complex times, a commitment to informed discourse and vigilance is essential. We all hope for a resolution that prevents further escalation, but the reality is fraught with #uncertainty. 

Global majority united on multilateral regulation of AI weapons Foreign ministers and civil society representatives say that multilateralism is key to controlling the proliferation and use of AI-powered autonomous weapons, but that a small number of powerful countries are holding back progress https://lnkd.in/eP5dpark

"Moreover, the Israeli army systematically attacked the targeted individuals while they were in their homes — usually at night while their whole families were present — rather than during the course of military activity. According to the sources, this was because, from what they regarded as an intelligence standpoint, it was easier to locate the individuals in their private houses. Additional automated systems, including one called “Where’s Daddy?” also revealed here for the first time, were used specifically to track the targeted individuals and carry out bombings when they had entered their family’s residences. The result, as the sources testified, is that thousands of Palestinians — most of them women and children or people who were not involved in the fighting — were wiped out by Israeli airstrikes, especially during the first weeks of the war, because of the AI program’s decisions." A genocide being enacted through the use of AI with little to no human oversight to maximize the death toll and maximize damage to civilian infrastructure. As data centre designers you have to ask yourself... where are systems like Lavender and Where's Daddy hosted? Is the work we are doing contributing in some way to this genocide?

🌍 New Article Published on Medium! I’m excited to share my latest article titled "Martens Clause, Murkier, and Mistier: Navigating Humanity and Technology in Ukraine's Defense Strategy During the Russo-Ukrainian War." This commentary explores the complex interplay between humanitarian principles and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in Ukraine's military strategy amid ongoing conflict. 📌 Key topics covered: The relevance of the Martens Clause in contemporary warfare and its implications for AI deployment; Ethical dilemmas surrounding the use of AI in military operations and its impact on humanitarian norms; Case studies illustrating Ukraine's innovative use of AI technology in defense strategies; and The broader implications for international law and the future of warfare in an increasingly tech-driven landscape. 📖 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g8mSmYDX I look forward to your thoughts and engaging in a meaningful discussion about the intersection of technology, humanity, and military strategy in today’s world!