Artificial Intelligence in Security and Defense

Artificial Intelligence is increasingly recognized as a dual-use technology, where the same solutions are applied to both civil security and defense. However, its integration into these domains extends beyond the mere adoption of existing AI methodologies. Security and defense introduce distinct and complex requirements, particularly in areas such as ethics and cybersecurity, which necessitate tailored AI solutions. These requirements, alongside potential AI-driven approaches for security and defense, were central themes at the 1st workshop on AI4SD - Artificial Intelligence in Security and Defense – at the European Conference in Artificial Intelligence in Bologna held on October 26th, 2025.