Pentagon Official Declares Advanced AI as 'Revolutionary Warfare' in Cyber Defense
Paul Lyons, the principal deputy assistant secretary for cyber policy at the Defense Department, has described advanced artificial intelligence models as a transformative force in warfare. Speaking at Rubrik’s Federal Cyber Resilience Breakfast, Lyons emphasized that these AI models, such as Mythos, represent a 'revolutionary' rather than 'evolutionary' change in military operations. The technology is expected to alter both offensive and defensive strategies, particularly in critical infrastructure sectors like water, power, and computing. Despite challenges, Lyons expressed optimism about the potential of AI, which is being developed by American companies, to enhance U.S. military capabilities. The Pentagon has identified Mythos as a 'supply chain risk' due to its creator's resistance to certain departmental commands, yet it continues to be utilized for identifying cyber vulnerabilities. 
