What Happened
Emerging Machine-Speed Battlespace Redefines Military Competition
The next transformation in uncrewed warfare is expected to be driven by the emergence of an autonomy stack, integrating sensors, edge computing, artificial intelligence, and communications. This development may change the economics and survivability of massed uncrewed operations, with counter-autonomy becoming a crucial aspect of military competition. The United States, NATO, and European states are already investing in AI-enabled reconnaissance, collaborative autonomy, and autonomous navigation, as reported by official sources, including NATO and the European Commission.