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Eric Schmidt is poaching from Apple, SpaceX, and Google for his secretive AI military drone project
๐ Abstract
The article discusses Eric Schmidt's secretive AI-powered military drone venture, which has been quietly recruiting talent from tech giants like Apple, SpaceX, and Google. The company, recently renamed Project Eagle, is testing AI-guided drones in Silicon Valley and Ukraine, with the aim of developing drones that can accurately strike targets using AI.
๐ Q&A
[01] Eric Schmidt's AI Drone Company
1. What is the current status of Eric Schmidt's AI drone company?
- The company was recently renamed Project Eagle
- It has been quietly recruiting talent from tech companies like Apple, SpaceX, and Google
- The company is testing AI-guided drones in Silicon Valley and Ukraine
2. What are the goals of Project Eagle?
- The company aims to develop drones that can accurately strike targets using AI
3. Who has the company been sourcing talent from?
- The company has poached roughly a dozen employees from Apple, SpaceX, Google, and the federal government
- It has also sourced candidates from Schmidt's own nonprofit organization, Schmidt Futures
[02] AI in Modern Warfare
1. How is AI already being used in modern warfare?
- Israel reportedly used AI to identify targets to fire on during its ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza
- Some experts think AI could revolutionize decision-making in war time and reduce costs as military leaders simulate war games
2. What are the concerns around the rapid adoption of AI in combat?
- Some experts have warned that legal and ethical considerations may not be moving fast enough to keep up with the rapid adoption of AI in combat
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