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Artificial Intelligence Integration in NC3: Implications for the Global Nuclear Order

  • Date

    Sep.09(Mon)

  • Time

    15:00 ~ 16:30

  • Venue

    The Westin Josun Seoul,2nd Floor(Lilac)

  • Format of the session

    Panel discussion

The rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning and the incremental integration of AI into nuclear command, control, and communications (NC3) systems signal a new era in military strategy. AI has the potential to revolutionize NC3 systems by processing vast amounts of data quickly and providing decision-makers with real-time strategic recommendations. Advanced algorithms have the potential to enhance decision-making capabilities and early warning systems, support adaptive targeting, and improve response times. While AI offers the possibility to enhance decision-making capabilities and improve response times, it also introduces significant vulnerabilities that could destabilize strategic balances and exacerbate the risks of nuclear conflict. During this session, the panelists will unpack these leading questions:

    Key Guiding Questions
  • How does the intersection of AI and nuclear weapons impact nuclear deterrence and strategic stability?
  • How does it impact nuclear weapons decision-making?
  • How would integrating AI in NC3 systems impact decision-making timelines?
  • Could the lack of standards for AI integration and adoption lead to miscommunication, misunderstanding, miscalculations, and inadvertent escalation?
  • Given the rapid pace of technological progress of AI, will nuclear-armed states be able to avoid the temptations of more significant and faster integration of AI?

Organization

  • Institute for Security and Technology (IST)

List of Prospective Moderators and Speakers

  • Philip Reiner

    CEO Institute for Security and Technology

  • Madeline Mortelmans

    Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategies, Plans, and Capabilities, Department of Defense, United States

  • Giacomo Persi Paoli

    Head of Program Security and Technology, UNIDIR

  • Tong Zhao

    Senior Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

  • Anthony Bak

    Head of AI Integration, Palantir Technologies