Executive Summary: The Emerging Strategic Role of Artificial Intelligence in Global Security
Since the mid-20th century, power has been measured in nuclear warheads; today, it is also measured in algorithms and silicon. We are witnessing a historic transition from nuclear to algorithmic deterrence, where the battlefield is no longer just physical territory, but the very fabric of reality itself.
Key Takeaways
- From Nuclear to Algorithmic Deterrence Global power is shifting from physical destruction to the control of data, computation, and the narratives that shape public perception.
- The Silicon Geopolitics The struggle for advanced semiconductors and the "computing divide" has become the new frontline of strategic sovereignty and military superiority.
- The Governance VoidIn the absence of binding international treaties, AI safety is currently being defined by private technical standards and scientific consensus, bypassing traditional state diplomacy.
- The Risks of Model Proliferationhe release of open-source model weights for powerful AI systems poses a proliferation risk comparable to nuclear materials, enabling malicious actors to weaponize disinformation at scale.