The UN General Assembly is currently exploring how to manage the growing use of AI in weaponry, sparking concern among experts over how fast autonomous military technologies are progressing.
Texas A&M University vice chancellor and engineering dean Robert Bishop recently spoke at the assembly, emphasizing that the advancement of autonomous weaponry has accelerated beyond existing regulations and supervision. Bishop noted that regulations haven’t kept pace with the rapid advancement of this technology.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres echoed those concerns during a recent summit. He warned that unchecked advances in AI-based weapons could increase global tensions and create deeper divides between nations. Guterres called for the swift establishment of international guidelines to manage this emerging threat.
Despite the dangers, Bishop pointed out that AI has the potential to support peacekeeping efforts, provided it’s used under strict ethical guidelines. He suggested that instead of escalating violence, AI could be used in ways that prevent it. For example, intelligent systems could help government officials make smarter decisions or even neutralize threats without resorting to deadly force.
He made it clear that the risks aren’t confined to science fiction. One of the immediate concerns, Bishop said, is the technological gap between nations. He warned that lagging in this area could expose countries to digital vulnerabilities, such as hacking or sabotage that hostile groups could exploit.
Some nations are hesitant to slow their AI weapons programs, fearing they might fall behind adversaries with fewer ethical boundaries. Bishop highlighted how the development of hypersonic vehicles, potentially armed with nuclear warheads, is one example of how nations justify pushing forward without strict rules.
Nevertheless, he advocates for a new path. Texas A&M is working on launching a nonprofit to focus on responsible AI practices. The initiative aims to bring together universities, defense agencies, and tech companies to ensure AI is developed and used ethically.
He believes it’s possible to stop threats without turning to violence. With the help of advanced AI tools, he explained, it’s feasible to disrupt dangerous plans before they escalate—without needing to fire a single weapon. AI can be used to assess risks and suggest peaceful alternatives.
Ninety-six countries recently came together at the UN for the first global conference on autonomous weapons. The event, made possible by a resolution passed in December, marked a significant step toward building consensus on how to handle AI in warfare. Representatives from governments, academia, civil society, and the private sector all weighed in on the issue.
Both Guterres and the International Committee of the Red Cross are urging for a binding agreement on AI weapons by 2026. The conversation has now widened beyond military strategy to include legal, human rights, and ethical perspectives. During the 2025 AI Action Summit, Guterres stressed the need for AI to be a tool for equality, saying it must help close global gaps rather than deepen them.
Away from concerns about the increasing use of AI by the military, artificial intelligence is having a hugely beneficial impact in the business landscape. Enterprises like Thumzup Media Corp. (NASDAQ: TZUP) are building a growing client base due to their value-added solutions that leverage AI technologies to improve social media marketing.
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