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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping how modern forces generate decision advantage, integrate capabilities and strengthen credible deterrence. As Defence evolves toward a more integrated and technology-enabled force, AI enhances situational awareness, accelerates analysis and supports more effective joint operations across all domains. In a Professional Military Education (PME) context, AI is both a capability and a leadership responsibility. Building AI literacy across all ranks strengthens Defence’s intellectual edge, supports innovation and prepares personnel to lead confidently. This topic explores the practical and ethical dimensions of AI, ensuring PME remains aligned to the demands of a rapidly changing strategic environment.

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AI-generated music barred from Australian charts after Madonna cover controversy

ARIA will exclude fully AI-generated music from Australian charts, allowing only substantially human-made works. The move follows controversy over an AI-assisted cover of Madonna’s ‘Like a Prayer’ and broader concerns about artist rights and licensing.

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Why People Are More Honest With AI Than Their Own Boss

Personnel are often more willing to speak honestly to AI leaders than human managers because they perceive AI as fairer and less socially risky. The findings highlight challenges faced by human leadership.

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AI-enabled deception threatens future operations, raises chances of large conflict, says Special Operations leader

AI is enhancing intelligence collection and mission effectiveness—as well as enabling faster, more complex special operations. However, AI-powered deepfakes, disinformation, and influence campaigns are creating significant challenges for intelligence validation, decision-making, and national security.

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Researchers find AI-powered hacking tools for sale in underground forums

Criminal services now turn a single prompt into prioritised ransomware planning, malware generation and detection evasion. Indirect prompt injections hidden in routine documents could hijack workplace agents to steal credentials or deploy malicious code.

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China’s Military Says AI Can’t Replace Commanders. Xi Is Testing That

Xi Jinping’s purges have removed many experienced military leaders. This article argues China is increasingly relying on AI to compensate for weakened command structures, with political pressure distorting the data those AI systems depend upon.

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AI and the Risks of Tearing Down an Old System

Operation Epic Fury demonstrated AI’s growing role in U.S. military targeting, but experts warn the Pentagon lacks the workforce, testing infrastructure, and evaluation processes needed to independently verify, and safely deploy, rapidly evolving AI systems.

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Using AI has an environmental impact — here are 4 ways you can minimize it

AI’s environmental cost is growing with its use, but efficiency does not depend solely on technology companies. Choosing simpler tools, smaller models and shorter outputs can reduce the energy consumed by everyday AI use.

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Why is South Australia holding a royal commission into AI and why is it necessary?

Rapid technological change is exposing gaps in existing safeguards, while governments struggle to balance innovation, economic opportunity and public protection. This process could provide a blueprint for broader national policy across jurisdictions.

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Ben Carroll adds artificial intelligence ministry to Victorian cabinet, dumps transport infrastructure

AI governance, regulatory reform, digital investment and data-centre assessment will gain a dedicated cabinet voice. The reshuffle also consolidates major project oversight across public transport and roads while reducing the frontbench’s size.

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Putting Armageddon on Autopilot: How Artificial Intelligence Could Make Nuclear Threats More Effective

Rising nuclear competition and AI advances could make automated nuclear launch systems more credible coercive tools, increasing escalation risks despite dangers from malfunctions, hacking, and miscalculation. Researchers urge deterrence, safeguards, and bans on nuclear automation.