<ul><li>OpenAI, previously known for its mission to ensure AI benefits all of humanity, has partnered with defense tech company Anduril to develop AI for battlefield defense.</li><li>This move drew criticism from those concerned about potential military misuse of AI technology and the possibility of OpenAI's mission being undermined.</li><li>The defense tech industry is booming, with massive amounts of venture capital being invested, and other companies like Scale AI securing defense contracts.</li><li>Ethical concerns surrounding the use of AI in military applications, such as biases and potential escalation of conflicts, have raised questions about the necessity of AI startups aligning with the military.</li></ul>

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