Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall has commissioned a study from the service’s Scientific Advisory Board to investigate the potential impacts of generative artificial intelligence technologies like ChatGPT. The study will explore military applications, and a permanent AI-focused group will be formed to aid the understanding and integration of AI technologies.
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- The Scientific Advisory Board was asked to examine the possible military applications of generative AI like ChatGPT, which can create new text, code, or images. A permanent AI-focused group will also be established to assist with understanding and quickly adopting AI technologies.
- Kendall emphasized that current AI technologies such as ChatGPT are not yet ready for widespread use in military applications. He cited issues with the reliability of document creation and the risk of the technology generating inaccurate information.
- Despite concerns about the limitations and risks of AI, Kendall expressed optimism about AI’s potential benefits in aiding tasks like pattern recognition, targeting, and data sorting. He noted the revolutionary potential of AI in processing speed and data handling.
- Kendall pointed out that AI technologies are already being adopted in the commercial world and will inevitably find their way into military systems, which will provide additional capabilities.
- The goal is to balance ethical considerations with swift implementation of AI technology in the field. Human involvement and responsibility in decision-making processes involving AI must be maintained.
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