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This commentary examines how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping military power and decision-making. AI is becoming a central element in how militaries gather information, analyze data, and support operational decisions. As AI systems increasingly filter and prioritize information for commanders, they influence the pace of operations and the environment in which strategic choices are made. The integration of AI into defense systems, such as command-and-control networks and broader modernization initiatives, may enhance operational effectiveness but also introduces new risks, including vulnerabilities to data manipulation and algorithmic exploitation. AI’s growing role requires clear doctrine, governance, and ethical accountability to ensure that human judgment and command responsibility remain central to the use of military force.

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Article

Topic(s)

Emerging Science and Technologies, Defense Policy, Future Strategic Concepts

Region(s)

United States

Publication Date

1-20-2026

Keywords

artificial intelligence, military AI, future warfare, AI decision-making, command and control systems, JADC2, AI and national security, AI governance, algorithmic warfare, defense modernization, emerging military technologies, operational tempo, AI-enabled warfare

Artificial Intelligence and a Reconfiguration of Military Power

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