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As the conversation shifts towards the normalization of autonomous weapons, essential questions emerge: Will they become commonplace in modern warfare? Will these technologies serve as a superior alternative to human soldiers? The fear of an AI-driven Skynet does linger; however, the more pressing concern may be the societal acceptance of such technologies.
The potential for AI to enhance warfare could lead to a paradigm where autonomous systems are viewed as necessary, perhaps even desirable, over human involvement. This progression risks normalizing unprecedented levels of automation in warfare, which starkly contrasts Google's initial ethical commitments.