The technology behind today’s defence products — from AI-powered drones to autonomous ground vehicles — is what some might have considered futuristic mere years ago. But according to some industry insiders, the next decade could bring more autonomy, and even fully-robotised warfare.
What defence tech will look like in 10 years, according to insiders
From a boom in underwater and ground vehicles to a fully-robotised battlefield, here’s how industry insiders think warfare will change in the next decade
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