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Artificial Intelligence

Nations around the world are investing in artificial intelligence (AI) to improve their military, intelligence, and other national security capabilities. Yet AI technology, at present, has significant safety and security vulnerabilities. AI systems could fail, potentially in unexpected ways, due to a variety of causes. Moreover, the interactive nature of military competition means that one nation’s actions affect others, including in ways that may be detrimental to mutual stability. There is an urgent need to explore actions that can mitigate these risks, such as improved processes for AI assurance, norms and best practices for responsible AI adoption, and confidence-building measures that improve stability among all nations.

CNAS is leading a center wide, multi-year initiative on artificial intelligence. This effort examines the national security risks and opportunities of AI. CNAS experts deliver concrete, actionable recommendations to inform U.S. and allied policymaking.

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Artificial Intelligence Safety and Stability

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