The Rise of A.I. Is Raising Threats From Drones, Police Group Warns
The leaps being made in artificial intelligence and the plunging costs of drones pose dangers to cities across the United States, according to the Police Executive Research Forum.
TL;DR
- Rapidly advancing AI and cheaper, deadlier drones present an increasing threat to US cities.
- The Police Executive Research Forum warns of the potential for chaos and carnage from drone technology, especially when combined with AI.
- Law enforcement should treat the dangers of drone technology with the same urgency as terrorism threats.
- Unauthorized drones are appearing in public spaces like football stadiums.
- New York City reports approximately 23,000 illegal drone flights monthly.
- Hundreds of drones were seized near World Cup games in the US.
- The growing use of drones in warfare and the rise of AI have brought autonomous weapons to the forefront.