Killer Robots and the Future of War
From Brave New Planet by Pushkin Industries
October 26, 2020 · 1h 4m · Season 1 · Episode 4
About this episode
The episode discusses the implications of fully autonomous lethal weapons in warfare and the ethical considerations surrounding their use.
Fully autonomous lethal weapons—robots that can select and engage targets without human intervention—are fast becoming possible. They might minimize casualties and protect civilians in times of war. But is it morally wrong to put a computer in charge of life or death decisions? Could system errors lead to flash wars? But, as war gets faster and more complex, is it even feasible to keep humans in the loop? For links to materials referenced in the episode, suggestions for further learning, and guest bios, visit bravenewplanet.org . Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Topics covered
- autonomous weapons
- morality of AI
- future of warfare
- human intervention
- military technology
Keywords
- killer robots
- autonomous weapons
- war ethics
- AI in warfare
- military technology
Mentioned in this episode
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