Wired for War

Wired for War examines the rapid advancement of military robotics and autonomous systems, tracing their development from early unmanned vehicles to increasingly sophisticated weapons platforms. P.W. Singer argues that this technological shift represents a fundamental change in how wars are fought, with profound implications for military strategy, international law, and ethics.

The book documents real-world examples of robotic systems already deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan, while exploring the potential for future autonomous weapons that could make decisions without human intervention. Singer raises critical questions about accountability, the psychological distance between operators and targets, and the risk of an arms race in autonomous weapons.

Wired for War became influential in policy circles and among technologists concerned with AI safety and military ethics. It helped establish robotics and autonomous weapons as a central concern in discussions about the future of warfare and the need for international governance frameworks.