US Army tests AI chatbot battle planning ability in war game simulation
US Army tests AI chatbot battle planning ability in war game simulation
US Army tests AI chatbot battle planning ability in war game simulation
By Abdul-Rahman Oladimeji Bello
March 6, 2024
Summary
"The US Army is experimenting with AI chatbots as battlefield advisers in a military video game, testing OpenAI's technology to enhance battle-planning skills. Despite the chatbots' quick proposal of multiple actions, they incurred more casualties than other AI agents. OpenAI's policies allow some military applications, excluding weapons development and harming people. Experts caution against reliance on AI in real-life complex conflicts due to feasibility and ethical concerns. The US Department of Defense flagged 180 possible military use cases for generative AI, but experts argue the technology isn't ready. Concerns include automation bias, where humans might blindly follow AI advice. Overall, while AI chatbots show promise in simulations, their deployment in critical situations warrants careful consideration."
Reference
Bello, A.R. O. (2024, March 6). US Army tests AI chatbot battle planning ability in war game simulation. Interesting Engineering. https://interestingengineering.com/military/us-army-tests-ai-chatbots-ability-to-plan-battle-in-a-war-game-simulation