Why Palmer Luckey thinks AI-powered, autonomous weapons are the future of warfare

Why Palmer Luckey thinks AI-powered, autonomous weapons are the future of warfare

Palmer Luckey made his fortune with VR headsets, founding Oculus as a teen. Now he's focused on the future of warfare, developing autonomous weapons powered by AI for the U.S. military and its allies.

Tech mogul Palmer Luckey creating arsenal of AI-powered autonomous weapons - 3 Quarks Daily

Tech billionaire aims to reshape warfare with AI-powered weapons

Palmer Luckey is the 32-year-old tech billionaire who’s creating weapons for the next generation of warfare — autonomous weapons operated by artificial intelligence. Source: Youtube

5/18/2025: China's Spies; The Future of Warfare; Sounds of Cajun Country

First, a report on China expanding its spying efforts in the U.S. Then, hear from Palmer Luckey on making autonomous weapons for the U.S. and its allies. And, a look at why the music of Cajun country is enjoying a renaissance.

AI: A Tool or Weapon?

By Max Gelber My cousin Ben spent summers in rural Georgia at an overnight camp. Once, when trying to ask a girl to a dance while mountain biking, he fell, breaking his nose and his pride along the way. He needed immediate medical attention, which in upstate Georgia was an hour away. Ben was lucky;