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The conversation delved into the industrial capacity needed to support AI-driven warfare. Musk observed that nations tend to prepare for the "last war," leading to outdated tactics and equipment. He advocated for immediate, disruptive investment in drone production, testing, and deployment to stay ahead.
He also noted the risks of deploying fully autonomous lethal systems, discussing the debate over "killer robots" and the importance of maintaining ethical boundaries. Still, he acknowledged that in some scenarios—such as overwhelmed defenses—fully autonomous systems may become the unavoidable option.