Drone Swarms: Uncomfortably Plausible
The article discusses the potential dangers posed by autonomous drone swarms, which are becoming increasingly accessible and effective in warfare. It highlights the real-world implications of drone technology, particularly in the context of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The author expresses concern over the ease of creating weaponized drones and the challenges they present to traditional defense systems.
- ▪Autonomous drones are currently being used in Ukraine, showcasing their lethal capabilities.
- ▪A single drone can be built for as little as $500 to $1000, making them affordable for many.
- ▪Coordinated drone swarms could overwhelm traditional air defense systems, posing a significant threat.
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| Original publisher | Silencingmachine |
| Canonical URL | https://silencingmachine.org/posts/0004-its-not-the-terminator-its-worse/ |
| Publication time | Tue, 19 May 2026 16:51:10 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-19T17:04:57.940Z |
| Last seen | 2026-05-19T17:04:57.940Z |
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| Commercial reuse | May the content be reused commercially? | Not permitted |
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Latest microblogLoading…Recent PostsIt's Not The Terminator. It's worse.You Should Run an IRC ServerThe Reluctant GunnerWeb rings IndieWeb Webring ? Hotline Webring The No AI Webring ? Obey the System Webring The Online Webring ? Loading…It's Not The Terminator. It's worse. I carry a concealed handgun, legally. I’ve thought pretty carefully about what I’m willing to do with it and under what circumstances. Last week I realized it would be completely useless against a new threat I’m really worried about.Let me back up.I used to think the idea of a robot apocalypse was stupid. Not because AI isn’t potentially dangerous, but because the specific fantasy (Skynet wakes up, builds an army of chrome humanoids, declares war on humanity) skips about forty steps and gets basically everything wrong.
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