China is worried an AI arms race could lead to accidental war | The Verge

“Experts and politicians in China are worried that a rush to integrate artificial intelligence into weapons and military equipment could accidentally lead to war between nations.

According to a new report published by US national security think tank Center for a New American Security (CNAS), Chinese officials increasingly see an “arms race” dynamic in AI as a threat to global peace. As countries scramble to reap the benefits of artificial intelligence in various domains, including the military, the fear is that international norms shaping how countries communicate will become outdated, leading to confusion and potential conflict.”

China is worried an AI arms race could lead to accidental war
Both China and the US are developing automated weaponry. But, as a new report from think tank CNAS outlines, Chinese officials are worried the use of this technology could lead to accidental conflicts, as enemy troops misinterpret one another’s actions.

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