Ghost Bats and Maven Smart: How AI is transforming Defence
26-09-2026 21:09 via abc.net.au

Ghost Bats and Maven Smart: How AI is transforming Defence

Militaries across the world, including Australia, are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence to pilot drones and analyse intelligence. But experts worry "automation bias" could be creeping in. 
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