AI and the Bomb
Speaker: Dr. James Johnson (University of Aberdeen) Date: 25 October 2023 Speaker Session Summary SMA hosted a speaker session with Dr. James Johnson (University of Aberdeen) as part of its SMA “Strategic Deterrence Frameworks” (SDF) Speaker Series. Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how combat and conflict are evolving and how actors conceptualize and manage their technological assets. […]
Continue ReadingSuccess in Your Near Future With Military Human-Machine Teams
Panelists: Professor Mary Cummings (George Mason University), Dr. Matthew Johnson (Florida Institute for Human & Machine Cognition), and Lauren Kahn (Georgetown University) Moderator: Dr. Nicholas Wright (Georgetown University) Date: 31 October 2023 Speaker Session Summary SMA hosted a speaker session with Professor Mary (Missy) Cummings (George Mason University), Dr. Matthew Johnson (Florida Institute for Human & […]
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Why Trust Matters in AI? How Can We Achieve It?
Speaker: Dr. David Bray (Stimson Center) Date: 5 October 2023 Speaker Session Summary The capabilities and implications of artificial intelligence are frequently discussed throughout all sectors of society. Among the many questions asked is, how can human users trust AI? Dr. Bray emphasized that the first step in understanding whether humans can trust AI, is […]
Continue ReadingUpdate on the sUAS Ecosystem: Understanding the Basics: Vulnerability Assessment, Detection, CUAS Technology, and Law
Speaker: Colonel (Ret) Bill Edwards (Building Intelligence Inc.) Date: 20 July 2023 Speaker Session Summary Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are still a relatively new technology and an even newer commercial product; however, the growth of the UAV market has been immense. During the last 13 years, there have been 1.7 million UAVs registered in 100 […]
Continue ReadingArtificial Intelligence and Global Power
Speaker: Dr. Paul Scharre (CNAS) Date: 28 June 2023 Speaker Session Summary The development of artificial intelligence (AI) has drastically increased in speed and scope. The speed at which AI is being developed is increasing its implications for its use in militaries and economic competition between countries. AI will inevitably play a strong role in […]
Continue ReadingExploring A Year Of Russian Television News’ Propaganda Landscape Through AI: From Speech & Visual Analysis To ChatGPT
Speaker: Dr. Kalev Hannes Leetaru (The GDELT Project) Date: 28 March 2023 Speaker Session Summary SMA hosted a speaker session with Dr. Kalev Hannes Leetaru (The GDELT Project) as part of its SMA EUCOM Speaker Series. The GDELT Project provides researchers with many tools for analyzing public discourse through compiling large open-source databases and utilizing text-based […]
Continue ReadingThe Rise of the Chinese Techno-Security State
Speaker(s): Dr. Tai Ming Cheung (Director, University of California Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation; Professor, School of Global Policy and Strategy, UC San Diego) Date: 29 March 2023 Speaker Session Summary SMA hosted a speaker session with Dr. Tai Ming Cheung (Director, University of California Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation; Professor, School of Global Policy and […]
Continue ReadingShort-circuiting the OODA Loop: Brain-machine and Human-machine Interfaces in Defense
Speakers: Lt Gen (Ret) Michael Groen (US Marine Corps, Ret.); Dr. Amy Kruse (Prime Movers Lab); and Dr. Nicholas Wright (Intelligent Biology, University College London, New America, and Georgetown University) Date: 31 January 2023 Speaker Session Summary SMA hosted a panel discussion with Lt Gen (Ret) Michael Groen, Dr. Amy Kruse (Satori Neuro), and Dr. […]
Continue ReadingArtificial Intelligence, Deepfakes, and Disinformation: A Primer
Speaker(s): Helmus, T. (RAND) Date: 16 November 2022 Speaker Session Summary SMA hosted a speaker session with Dr. Todd Helmus (Senior Behavioral Scientist, RAND) as part of its SMA General Speaker Series. Deepfakes are becoming a more frequent feature in today’s modern information environment. Their increasing prevalence and quality are becoming a threat to society. Dr. […]
Continue ReadingRussian Integration of Humans and Technologies for Future War—Strengths and Vulnerabilities
Speakers: Sam Bendett (Center for Naval Analyses); Dr. Rita Konaev (Center for Security and Emerging Technology, Georgetown University); and Dr. Chris Meserole (Brookings Institution) Date: 3 November 2022 Speaker Session Summary SMA hosted a panel discussion with Mr. Sam Bendett (Center for Naval Analyses), Dr. Rita Konaev (Center for Security and Emerging Technology, Georgetown University), and Dr. Chris […]
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