Britain’s Strategic Defence Review has put artificial intelligence at the centre of its military modernisation, but while billions are being invested in autonomy, the projects remain fragmented, heavily reliant on foreign suppliers, and fraught with ethical dilemmas.

In a wide-ranging interview with AOAV, RUSI analyst Noah Sylvia warns that overreliance on tech firms, sluggish procurement systems, and ethical ambiguity in AI-enabled warfare are eroding both strategic effectiveness and humanitarian oversight in modern military operations.