The use of artificial intelligence in combat was discussed on several fronts at the World Economic Forum in Davos this week, with OpenAI taking the hot seat and Kratos Defense expanding its anti-drone and air defense technologies.
At an international conference of public and private sector leaders, OpenAI made clear its position on military use of its AI models after quietly changing its terms of service last week. These terms previously prohibited the use of ChatGPT for military purposes.
“Many of these policies were written before we even knew what people would use our tools for,” said Anna Makanju, vice president of global affairs at OpenAI. bloomberg. “So this isn’t just about adjusting military use case policies, it’s about creating more clarity across the board so people can understand what’s possible and what’s not.”
On Friday, intercept OpenAI reported that it had removed its ban on using ChatGPT for “military and war” purposes without prior notice. OpenAI’s original terms of service prohibited the use of ChatGPT for “activities with a high risk of physical harm.”
Makanju said OpenAI’s policy change was due to the recognition that banning ChatGPT for military purposes could prevent the popular AI from being used in more benign cases, such as providing help to veterans and strengthening cybersecurity.
“We still prohibit the development of weapons, destruction of property and harm to individuals. But for example, we have been working with the Department of Defense on cybersecurity tools for open source apps that protect critical infrastructure. “We’re exploring whether that could help with suicide in veterans,” she said.
Asked whether the U.S. government had asked OpenAI to limit its level of cooperation with other countries’ militaries, Makanju said it had not.
“Currently our discussions are focused on the U.S. national security apparatus,” Makanju said. “We have always believed that democracy should drive this technology.”
While OpenAI’s public stance remains a “do no harm” stance on the rise of generative AI, military defense contractors have been exploring ways to leverage artificial intelligence on and off the battlefield.
On Tuesday, Kratos Defense, developer of the AI-powered XQ-58A Valkyrie fighter jet, announced that the company had received a $50 million award. The company said the funds will be used for products and hardware, including Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS), air defense and radar systems.
“Kratos’ technologies, products, software and systems support America’s warfighters and our warfighters.
In a statement, Eric DeMarco, President and CEO of Kratos Defense, outlined the defense and security needs and requirements of our allies, including those currently in high-intensity conflict areas around the world.
Kratos Defense declined detoxification Additional comments are requested.
Last June, Kratos Defense leveraged artificial intelligence developer Shield AI to integrate AI pilots into Valkryie. Later that summer, the Valkyrie completed its then-most recent flight, flying in formation with other U.S. Air Force planes.
“We believe Kratos’ ability to rapidly develop, produce and deliver appropriate, affordable solutions at scale and volume is a competitive differentiator for our company, customers, team members and partners and a critical element of today’s global security and defense. It’s the environment,” DeMarco said.
Edited by Ryan Ozawa.
