Should the government invest in artificial intelligence (AI) for defense applications?

Yes

It is sad that I almost feel we should, solely based on the fact that many other countries are doing so. But I still say definitely not. I think we should be a better example to other proposed 'powerful' countries to let go of such damaging and mistrusting methods

The investment should be regulated in order for it not to be abused and put a bad use. There’s a pro on a con to everything you do.

I think it is important to stay abreast of new technologies and make use of them in anyway that benefits the country.

I believe the government should invest in ai in some way partially, only ever as an information gathering and relaying tool to be observed by a human overseer but remaining neutral should be in our agendas which should include allocation of funds

As long as defence is not solely reliant on AI work. Situations heavily require a human touch as well

Not for everything, especially schools. It can allow for children to not use their brains to their full ability. It also has the potential to take jobs from people.

I believe the government should invest in ai in some way but remaining neutral should be in our agendas which should include allocation of funds

Yes, but it should be heavily regulated and slowly implemented, and not be used in critical situations. Should be used to make mundane

I think it should but should be more advanced because AI can still make a mistake and could identify the wrong person.

partially, only ever as an information gathering and relaying tool to be observed by a human overseer

Yes but heavily controlled by humans to help prevent any negative or unethical consequences

No and a computer can never be held accountable, therefore never place a computer in an accountable position

Yes, but it shouldn't be solely relied upon to make decisions

Yes but only because we would fall behind significantly if we didn’t.

Yes but only for calculations and tine scale reasons. It should not be allowed to develop an arsenal.

Some investment once it has become more reliable. Not at the expense of existing methods.

Yes if it can be trusted, but not at the expense of human jobs.

No, there is no current necessity to follow AI trends for defence purposes

Join NATO and outsource our defense to the Americans

To a degree yes, but effectively and with full understanding of what they are asking Ai to do and the potential outcomes to be considered

If AI systems are used for cyber defense, do you believe they can truly keep up with human hackers or outmaneuver them?

What are your thoughts on who should be held responsible if an AI system makes a mistake that results in the loss of lives during a conflict?

Do you think AI could help prevent wars from happening or will it just escalate arms races between countries?

What worries you more: nations not adopting AI fast enough in defense or developing AI too quickly without enough oversight?

Could you trust a machine to defend your country, or does that responsibility need to stay with humans no matter what?

How do you think the use of AI in national defense aligns with our values around human rights and justice?

Could AI in military strategies one day reduce human casualties or will it simply lead to more advanced forms of warfare?

How do you personally feel about the idea of autonomous drones deciding whether to engage in combat without human input?

How might AI in defense change the way governments and soldiers view the concept of 'sacrifice' in war, and is that a good thing?

Do you think letting machines make life-and-death decisions in military conflicts is a necessary step forward or does it cross an ethical line?