Watchdog on Wall Street with Chris Markowski
Watchdog on Wall Street with Chris Markowski

AI vs The Pentagon: Ethics, Surveillance & The Battle Over Autonomous Weapons

28 February 2026 10:43 Finance, Investing, & Markets

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A major AI company refuses to cooperate with the Pentagon — sparking a heated debate over technology, ethics, and government power. In this episode, Chris discusses the clash between artificial intelligence developers and the Department of Defense over domestic surveillance and fully autonomous weapons.
Should tech companies hand over powerful AI tools to governments? Where is the line between national security and moral responsibility? And can innovation move forward without compromising ethical boundaries?
From trust in government to the risks of advanced technology, this commentary explores the bigger questions about AI, military power, and doing what’s right — even when billions are at stake.

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