Reentering the Loop

Reentering the Loop

Reentering the Loop The warfighting advantages of using lethal autonomous systems, and the potential costs of not using them, seem to guarantee their role in future armed conflict. This post argues that optimizing their effectiveness involves not only improving their...
Cognitive Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (CLAWS)

Cognitive Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (CLAWS)

Cognitive Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (CLAWS) With the debut of lethal autonomous weapons systems (LAWS) in combat, opponents of LAWS have called on States to fast-track the creation of international law that either bans the use of these weapons or mandates...
When Corporations Take Offensive Measures Against States

When Corporations Take Offensive Measures Against States

When Corporations Take Offensive Measures Against States Cyberattacks are increasingly inundating the private sector, and most States are unable or unwilling to provide adequate protection against these attacks. To mitigate this challenge, numerous corporations...
Non-State Commentaries: Law-Making or Law-Suggesting?

Non-State Commentaries: Law-Making or Law-Suggesting?

Non-State Commentaries: Law-Making or Law-Suggesting?   What is the role of non-State commentaries with respect to understanding international law, and more specifically, the law of armed conflict? This question is surprisingly provocative—particularly with...