Japan eyes introducing U.S.-made AI into SDF operations, command

Japan's Defense Ministry is considering integrating U.S.-developed AI, such as Palantir's Maven Smart System, alongside Japanese AI systems into Self-Defense Forces command and control to enhance battlefield decision-making and maintain alliance coordination with the U.S.

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