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The Alan Turing Institute are partnering on a new Laboratory for AI Security Research (LASR) to protect the UK and its allies against new threats. https://lnkd.in/e5-7GdZS

The UK Takes the Lead in AI Security At the NATO Cyber Defence Conference, the UK announced the launch of the Laboratory for AI Security Research (LASR) to safeguard national security and stay ahead in the evolving AI arms race. Key highlights: • £8m funding to kickstart world-class research, with industry invited to invest further. • Collaboration with top UK universities, intelligence agencies, and global allies like NATO and Five Eyes. • Focus on using AI to bolster cyber defence, detect threats, and enhance intelligence capabilities. AI offers incredible opportunities but also poses significant risks as adversaries weaponise it. By leading in AI security innovation, the UK ensures its citizens and allies are protected in this new frontier of defence. #AI #CyberSecurity #Innovation #NationalSecurity

AI is transforming national security, and the UK is taking charge with the new Laboratory for AI Security Research. With £8m funding, this lab unites experts to tackle AI's impact on security. AI can heighten threats but also offers new defense tools. Collaborating with GCHQ, the Alan Turing Institute, and allies like Five Eyes and NATO, the UK strengthens its cyber defenses. This lab aligns with the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, ensuring AI supports security and prosperity.

The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) are showcasing astonishing capabilities with the potential to revolutionise various sectors of society, including the military. As AI technology evolves, its integration into military operations is increasingly viewed as a strategic priority by countries eager to enhance decision-making processes and operational efficiency. However, despite their potential, current AI systems suffer from critical shortcomings: their robustness and reliability are not yet sufficiently advanced to guarantee dependable performance in the high-stakes domain of military operations. Among other risks, AI-enabled systems are highly vulnerable to cyber attacks in ways that traditional military platforms are not, providing new entry points for hackers to access and manipulate sensitive military data or disrupt military operations. Defensive measures against such cyber threats are lagging behind, leaving systems open for adversaries to exploit vulnerabilities in military systems. #MavenScouts #Cyber #DualUse #Veterans #ArtificialIntelligence #Systems

UK Announces ‘LAISR’ – New Laboratory for AI Security Research. The UK and its allies are gearing up to stay ahead in the new AI arms race. To bolster its efforts, the UK Government has announced the establishment of a cutting-edge Laboratory for AI Security Research (LAISR) at the NATO Cyber Defence Conference. The Laboratory for AI Security Research will employ a ‘catalytic’ model, receiving an initial £8.22m round of government funding, inviting further investment and collaboration from industry.

#Bulgaria - Defence Minister Atanas Zapryanov: "We live in a world that is changing faster than ever, not only in #technology, but also socially, economically and politically. Changes in #defence and #security are complex and in new areas such as cyberspace and information. The use of artificial intelligence in defence #systems and #processes can lead to faster and more accurate #decisions. Establishing ethical and regulatory guidelines is #critical to ensure that #artificial #intelligence strengthens security without creating new #risks. By governments, industry and academia working together, we can establish standards that ensure the safety and ethical use of #AI in defence." #Cyber, #Security, #Regulation https://lnkd.in/eiX2w2-V

Check out my latest commentary for the European Leadership Network (ELN) on cyber vulnerabilities in AI-enabled military systems and how they can increase nuclear risks. https://lnkd.in/db6ST44g

The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) are showcasing astonishing capabilities with the potential to revolutionise various sectors of society, including the military. As AI technology evolves, its integration into military operations is increasingly viewed as a strategic priority by countries eager to enhance decision-making processes and operational efficiency. However, despite their potential, current AI systems suffer from critical shortcomings: their robustness and reliability are not yet sufficiently advanced to guarantee dependable performance in the high-stakes domain of military operations. Among other risks, AI-enabled systems are highly vulnerable to cyber attacks in ways that traditional military platforms are not, providing new entry points for hackers to access and manipulate sensitive military data or disrupt military operations. Defensive measures against such cyber threats are lagging behind, leaving systems open for adversaries to exploit vulnerabilities in military systems. #ai #cyber #military #embeddedsystems #data #defence #defense #europeandefence Pravo Consulting ,Campaign Catapult

Great commentary from Alice Saltini. Alice explains the complex challenges that might face states which incorporate AI technologies into military systems - especially when NC3 is concerned. Although nuclear-armed nations appear to tread carefully when introducing AI into crucial operations, its widespread use in conventional military platforms could unintentionally influence nuclear risks. Cyberattacks for example, have the potential to create confusion, spread false information, and provoke unintended escalations. Given the evolving landscape of cyber threats, States should proceed with caution if they aim to effectively mitigate potential risks. Read more below: European Leadership Network (ELN)

Read Alice Saltini article about the risks of integrating AI into nuclear command, control and communication systems. "AI-enabled systems are highly vulnerable to cyber attacks in ways that traditional military platforms are not, providing new entry points for hackers to access and manipulate sensitive military data or disrupt military operations" European Leadership Network (ELN) #AI, #Nuclear, #Sovereignty, #Europeansecurity