Ukraine's AI-Enabled Hornet Drones, Produced by Eric Schmidt's Company, Shift Battlefield Dynamics in Crimea
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Lawrence Freedman
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Summary
The article discusses how Ukraine has gained an advantage in drone warfare against Russia, specifically highlighting the 'Hornet' drone system (previously called 'Martian' by Russians). This AI-enabled drone is produced by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt's company, Perennial Autonomy. The system represents advanced technology designed for mass production, and Ukraine officially announced cooperation with the company in July 2023 to produce these drones. The article frames this as part of Ukraine's broader strategy to turn Russia's Crimean asset into a liability through what's described as a "Logistics Lockdown."
Key quotes
· 3 pulledWhen I wrote in April about how Ukraine had been able to take the lead in the 'drone race' I mentioned a new system that had been bothering the Russians because it appeared to be AI-enabled.
The aim from the start has been to develop a suite of drones that employs the most advanced technology yet can also be mass produced.
Last July Ukraine officially announced cooperation with the company and a plan to produce
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