Eduardo Viola, a political scientist, warns that the technological race between global powers will exacerbate disparities, particularly for Latin America. He emphasizes the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and quantum computing, predicting a widening gap between the region and leading nations like the U.S. and China.
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has approved the UNEX UGV, a remotely controlled armored amphibious platform, for military use. This innovative platform enhances operational capabilities, performing tasks like reconnaissance and evacuation while navigating challenging terrains. It exemplifies advancements in Ukraine’s defense technology amid ongoing military challenges.
A bipartisan U.S. House committee has raised concerns about DeepSeek, claiming it poses a significant threat to national security. The committee urges NVIDIA to disclose sales information regarding chips used by DeepSeek, which allegedly has ties to the Chinese government and may bypass U.S. export controls.
A Newcastle-based engineering firm has developed a robotic mine plough, WEEVIL, for the British Army, enhancing minefield clearance safety. Operated remotely, it reduces the risk to soldiers and is set for trials to improve future mine-clearing capabilities, showcasing British innovation in military technology.
Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupted Microsoft’s 50th anniversary celebration, criticizing the company’s AI contracts with the Israeli military. During the keynote, a protester accused Microsoft of complicity in violence, while another interrupted a segment featuring Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer. Microsoft acknowledged the protests but emphasized the need for business continuity.
Lockheed Martin and Google Public Sector are partnering to enhance generative AI capabilities for national security. By integrating Google Cloud’s GenAI tool with Lockheed’s AI Factory, the collaboration aims to deliver secure and reliable AI models, improving services in areas like intelligence analysis and predictive maintenance.
Researchers at IIT Guwahati have developed advanced robots for AI-driven surveillance at international borders. These autonomous systems, created by Da Spatio Rhobotique Laboratory, enhance monitoring capabilities across challenging terrains and have garnered support from the Defence Research and Development Organisation, with field trials already underway by the Indian Army.
China is set to surpass the USA in the development of autonomous weapons, with experts predicting fully operational systems by 2026. This shift, driven by significant investments in AI and military technology, raises ethical concerns and could alter the global balance of power, challenging America’s historical dominance in military innovation.
A recent joint Air Force exercise highlighted the importance of cooperation among the U.S., Canada, Australia, and the U.K. in utilizing artificial intelligence for missile defense. The exercise, ShOC-N, emphasized interoperability and information sharing, crucial for accelerating operations against mobile threats in an increasingly complex military landscape.
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are transforming military strategy, evolving from research to battlefield deployment. India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) leads this integration, enhancing decision-making speed and operational efficiency while addressing cybersecurity and ethical challenges. The focus remains on equipping forces with advanced technological tools.
