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Technology, machines, and software that have the ability to be self-directed and learn from their actions are generally known as artificial intelligence. In the early days of computing, RAND researchers examined and tried to develop such technology and apply it for use in political and military simulations.

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Machine Learning Can Help Detect Misinformation Online

Jun 23, 2020

As social media is increasingly being used as a primary source for news, there is a rising threat from the spread of malign and false information. A new machine learning model identified differences between authentic political supporters and Russian trolls shaping online debates about the 2016 U.S. election. How could the model be applied in the future?
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What If China Becomes the World Leader in AI Innovation?

Jul 8, 2020

Artificial intelligence technologies may become critical force multipliers in future armed conflicts. China has prioritized AI to enhance its national competitiveness and security. If its plan is successful, China will achieve a substantial military advantage over the United States and its allies by 2030.

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Army Analytic Capabilities: A Case Study Within Army Contracting Command and Its Implications

The U.S. Army lacks access to modern, commonplace analytical data management tools, and its data are locked away in siloed and proprietary databases. To solve these two challenges, the authors found an effective, efficient, and quick path forward.

Apr 12, 2021
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Third Offset Fostered Real Intellectual Change Within DoD

In 2014, U.S. defense leaders began promoting the Third Offset, a strategy centered on the potential of technology to offset Chinese and Russian advances. Its core principles were adopted by the 2018 National Defense Strategy. DoD started to look at security problems in a new light and develop closer ties with Silicon Valley.

Mar 31, 2021
Journal Article

Artificial Intelligence-based Capabilities for the European Border and Coast Guard: Final Report

This study explores the ways the European Border and Coast Guard can maximise the opportunity provided by AI to support the management of the EU's external borders.

Mar 30, 2021
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Artificial Intelligence-based Capabilities for the European Border and Coast Guard: Executive Summary

This document provides a summary of RAND Europe's study on AI-based capabilities for the European Border and Coast Guard.

Mar 30, 2021
Commentary

Towards an AI-Based Counter-Disinformation Framework

Artificial intelligence is being used to develop sophisticated malign information on social media. But AI also provides opportunities to strengthen responses to these threats and can foster wider resilience to disinformation.

Mar 29, 2021
Journal Article

Technocultural Pluralism: A "Clash of Civilizations" in Technology?

This paper argues that future frictions and conflicts are more likely to stem from the interaction of technology cultures rather than just political or economic frictions.

Mar 10, 2021
Journal Article

Steps Towards Value-Aligned Systems

This paper argues for a more structured systems-level approach for assessing value-alignment in sociotechnical systems. We highlight how adopting a system perspective improves our ability to explain and address misbehaving algorithms better.

Mar 10, 2021
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Modeling Agent Behaviors for Policy Analysis Via Reinforcement Learning

This paper examines the value of reinforcement learning models as adaptive, high-performing, and behaviorally-valid models of agent decision-making in Agent-based Models.

Mar 9, 2021
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Technology Innovation and the Future of Air Force Intelligence Analysis: Findings and Recommendations

Getting the right intelligence to the right people at the right time is increasingly difficult as the amount of data grows and timelines shrink. How can tools and technologies help the Air Force Distributed Common Ground System evolve to meet the challenges of synthesizing data effectively and efficiently?

Jan 27, 2021
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Technology Innovation and the Future of Air Force Intelligence Analysis: Technical Analysis

What are the near-term fixes to existing intelligence challenges? And where could artificial intelligence and machine learning be integrated in the future? An in-depth analysis explores technologies that could help the Air Force Distributed Common Ground System become more effective, efficient, and agile.

Jan 27, 2021
Brochure

Spotlight 2020–2021

Spotlight 2020-2021 features examples of our research that helped to improve people's lives during a turbulent year. It also highlights a selection of research initiatives on the horizon for 2021.

Jan 26, 2021
Research Brief

The Department of Defense's Posture for Artificial Intelligence: Assessment and Recommendations for Improvement

In this report, RAND Corporation researchers assess the state of artificial intelligence relevant to the U.S. Department of Defense and provide recommendations for the future of the department's artificial intelligence posture.

Jan 26, 2021
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Keeping COVID-19 Vaccines Moving, the Capitol Attack, Media Literacy: RAND Weekly Recap

This weekly recap focuses on keeping COVID-19 vaccines moving to save more lives; why we need a national commission to investigate the U.S. Capitol attack; media literacy as a tool to counter “Truth Decay,” and more.

Jan 22, 2021
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How Law Enforcement Can Mitigate Bias in Machine Learning Decision Aids

Bias in law enforcement systems that use artificial intelligence and machine learning can cause or exacerbate inequity. Agencies can avoid bias by establishing standards for measuring it, weighing the costs of biased outcomes, and providing workforce development and training in the emerging technologies.

Jan 21, 2021
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Can Artificial Intelligence Help Improve Air Force Talent Management?

An AI-enabled performance-scoring system could enable the U.S. Air Force to leverage existing data for improved human resource management policies and practices. How could this help senior leaders take full advantage of performance records when making talent management decisions?

Jan 19, 2021
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Risk Prediction Tools: The Need for Greater Transparency

If risk prediction tools are to be used in clinical care, it is essential that they be vetted with the same care as any new drug or medical device.

Jan 15, 2021
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An Experiment in Tactical Wargaming with Platforms Enabled by Artificial Intelligence

RAND researchers explored the capabilities and limitations of future artificial intelligence and machine learning weapon systems in two wargame experiments that brought together operators and engineers.

Dec 29, 2020
Journal Article

Exploring the Application of Machine Learning for Downscaling Climate Projections

In this proof-of-concept study, datasets derived from both observations and climate models were used together to train and test statistical methods to downscale.

Dec 22, 2020
Journal Article

Approaches to Analyzing the Vulnerability of Community Water Systems to Groundwater Contamination in Los Angeles County

This paper details the objectives, process and lessons learned from a workshop-based research project that examined the spatial extent of groundwater contamination in Los Angeles County's groundwater basins.

Dec 22, 2020
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United States–Japan Research Exchange on Artificial Intelligence: Proceedings from a Pair of Conferences on the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Work, Health, and Data Privacy and on Disaster Prediction, Resilience, and Recovery

This report captures insights from two conferences that brought together U.S. and Japanese experts on work, health, and data security and on disaster response and disaster modeling to exchange views on artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Dec 7, 2020

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