The article challenges the notion of an AI arms race, arguing that while nations are competing to develop AI for military use, this competition does not fit the traditional definition of an arms race. It highlights the risks associated with military AI, such as reduced human control and the potential for unsafe AI systems leading to unintended escalation. The article emphasizes that AI is a general-purpose technology with applications across various industries, drawing parallels to historical technological advancements like electricity and the internal combustion engine. It calls for concrete steps to mitigate the dangers of military AI competition.

Samuel Bendett and Robert J. Marks discuss the current state of artificial intelligence development in Russia, covering both military and non-military applications. The conversation includes topics such as autonomous weapons, entrepreneurship, and free enterprise.

The Director of National Intelligence emphasizes the importance of ethical principles such as truth, courage, and integrity within the Intelligence Community. Lawful whistleblowing is encouraged and protected by law, serving as a public service to report waste, fraud, abuse, or corruption. The Office of the Inspector General of the IC provides resources and protections to help employees report wrongdoing without fear of reprisal, thereby safeguarding national security and promoting public confidence.

In an era where the United States can no longer rely solely on economic or military superiority, mastering intelligence-surveillance-reconnaissance (ISR) is crucial for national security. The testimony of Gen. Mark Milley highlights the need for timely acquisition and analysis of information to gain decision advantage. The rise of open-source intelligence (OSINT) from publicly available information challenges the traditional reliance on government-collected data. OSINT offers a safer, cheaper, and potentially more effective means to enhance intelligence, providing valuable insights and coverage beyond the scope of traditional methods.

Artificial Intelligence and China are central to a report from the National Security Commission on artificial intelligence. Commission co-chair Robert Work discusses the report with Tom Temin.

Michael Horowitz discusses an issue where Google incorrectly identifies his home IP address as being in London due to his wife's extensive research on London for an upcoming trip. This misidentification affects multiple devices in his home, causing them to display UK-based search results and weather information. Horowitz criticizes Google's profiling practices and suggests using VPNs and alternative search engines like DuckDuckGo to mitigate such privacy issues.

This chapter examines how individual background characteristics of leaders, such as military service, rebel experience, age, and education, influence their propensity to engage in armed conflict. It highlights that leaders with military experience but no combat experience are among the most conflict-prone. The chapter also discusses how leaders like Mao Zedong and Muammar Qaddafi, with rebel backgrounds, are more inclined to use violence due to their personal beliefs. Contrary to expectations, the chapter finds no significant relationship between a leader's education and their likelihood to seek peaceful resolutions.

Organizations can mitigate the impact of inflation by leveraging technology, prioritizing employee satisfaction, diversifying revenue streams, and optimizing real estate assets. Embracing AI and cloud-based systems can enhance productivity, while offering flexible work arrangements and professional development opportunities can help retain top talent. Nonprofits should focus on fundraising from institutional donors and explore earned income opportunities. Real estate strategies like sale-leaseback arrangements or shared workspaces can further reduce costs. Adaptability and data-driven decision-making are crucial for long-term sustainability.

The study examines changes in public support for AI-enabled autonomous systems, particularly autonomous vehicles and surgery, between fall 2018 and fall 2020, coinciding with the COVID-19 pandemic. It explores whether the pandemic increased comfort with these technologies due to a shift in perceived risk from machine error to human contact and transmission of the virus. The study presents three hypotheses: increased support for autonomous vehicles and surgery in 2020, unchanged opinions about these systems despite the pandemic, and increased support for autonomous surgery among those directly impacted by COVID-19. The results show no significant increase in support for autonomous vehicles, a statistically significant decline in support for autonomous surgery, and increased support for autonomous surgery among those who knew someone who died from COVID-19. The study also analyzes factors influencing support for autonomous technologies, such as prior AI experience, gender, education, and partisanship.

Employers are increasingly recognizing the importance of building a positive workplace culture to enhance organizational success. Dr. Michael Horowitz outlines five practical tips for fostering a winning culture: staying focused on the organization's mission, leveraging data to create smart goals, incentivizing employees, emulating admired competitors, and maintaining strong connections with employees. These strategies aim to improve employee engagement, reduce turnover, and boost overall productivity, ultimately contributing to sustained success.