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U.S. War Department pushes four-star autonomous warfare command centered on drones and AI

The U.S. War Department is seeking to establish a four-star combatant command dedicated to autonomous weapon systems such as drones, AI and robots. The plan would add a 12th U.S. combatant command if launched as planned. Under a proposal called Project Agincourt, the Autonomous Warfare Command would have personnel, budget and weapons acquisition authority to integrate unmanned and autonomous forces across the services. A target launch date is Oct. 1, 2027, though legislation is required.

AI & Enterprise

Conservatives push back against Trump push to minimise AI regulation, exposing Republican rifts

Some conservative activists and Republican figures are increasingly pushing back against U.S. President Donald Trump’s stance of minimising AI regulation. The White House argues regulation could slow development and competition with China, while some conservatives cite safety and cybersecurity risks from advanced models. Opposition has also surfaced over the expansion of AI data centres, with state leaders in Texas and Florida calling for tighter oversight. Residents in West Virginia are also objecting to a large data centre project.