Killer AI: When Machines Wage War
Agree to Disagree! · Season 3 · Episode 12
Artificial intelligence is increasingly being integrated into military systems, raising the prospect of weapons that can select and engage targets without human intervention. While supporters highlight potential gains in speed and precision that could reduce casualties, critics warn of profound ethical and strategic risks. The debate focuses on how close fully autonomous warfare is to becoming reality and who, in the end, should retain control over life-and-death decisions.
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Season
3
Episode
12
Air Date
20/Apr/2026
Air Time
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Runtime
29 min
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Artificial intelligence is increasingly being integrated into military systems, raising the prospect of weapons that can select and engage targets without human intervention. While supporters highlight potential gains in speed and precision that could reduce casualties, critics warn of profound ethical and strategic risks. The debate focuses on how close fully autonomous warfare is to becoming reality and who, in the end, should retain control over life-and-death decisions.
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