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Military AI hinges on data, not just models, experts say

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Bharat Patel, Accenture's AI and data lead for defense, discussed the critical role of data in military AI applications. He emphasized that "AI-ready data" is a myth, and the focus should instead be on aligning data collection and quality with specific AI use cases. Patel cited Project Maven as an example where initial data collection challenges led to the realization that continuous, relevant data gathering is essential for building performant models. He also touched upon the adversarial aspects of data, such as poisoning, and the bureaucratic hurdles within defense acquisition. AI

IMPACT Military AI development faces significant hurdles in data collection, quality, and governance, potentially slowing the deployment of advanced autonomous systems.

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  1. ChinaTalk TIER_1 English(EN) · Jordan Schneider ·

    Data is the Hard Part

    Bharat Patel is currently Accenture&#8217;s AI and data lead for its defense portfolio, a former enlisted Navy sailor, and a veteran of the Army acquisition world, with experience at MITRE and across the Department of Defense.

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