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Avoid development of lethal autonomous weapons
“We must ensure AI is used for good—not automated killing.”
Promise kept Promise Date: 18 Jul 2018 Promise Deadline: Indefinite
Promise Details

Musk joined an open letter committing to avoid creating or supporting lethal autonomous weapon systems. He supports AI safety initiatives and regulation to prevent misuse. The letter urges governments to ban AI-driven killing machines and to maintain human oversight in warfare. Musk’s companies focus on civilian AI applications, aligning with the pledge.

What was done

He signed the open-letter pledge and no credible evidence of violation; AI work remains civilian.

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