Der Mythos der „gezielten Tötung" - Zur Verantwortung von KI-gestützten Zielsystemen am Beispiel Lavender

Overview

Delve into the critical analysis of AI-based targeting systems like Lavender used in military operations, examining ethical implications, responsibility shifts, and potential legal circumventions in modern warfare.

Syllabus

• Introduction to AI in Military Operations
Overview of AI technologies in defense
History and development of AI-based targeting systems
• Case Study: Lavender AI Targeting System
Technical specifications of Lavender
Operational deployment and functionality
Comparative analysis with other AI systems
• Ethical Implications of AI Targeting
Ethical theories relevant to AI in warfare
Moral considerations in the use of AI for targeted killings
Human vs. machine decision-making in life-or-death scenarios
• Responsibility in AI-based Military Operations
Shifts in responsibility from human to machine
Accountability frameworks for AI-decision making
Role of military leadership and developers in AI deployment
• Legal Considerations in AI Warfare
International laws governing warfare and AI
Legal accountability for AI-driven actions
Potential legal loopholes and circumvention techniques
• Critical Analysis and Theoretical Perspectives
Dominant narratives in AI warfare
Counterarguments and critiques of AI-based targeting
Future trajectories of AI in defense
• Conclusion: Reshaping Modern Warfare
Impact of AI on the future of military ethics and law
Balancing innovation with ethical and legal responsibility
Recommendations for policy and international cooperation
• Course Review and Assessment
Review of key concepts and case studies
Discussion: Student perspectives on the future of AI in warfare
Final assessment: Essay on the ethical and legal questions surrounding AI targeting systems

Subjects

Computer Science