NSCAI (National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence)
Advancing the development of AI and associated technologies to comprehensively address the national security and defense needs of the United States.
To consider the methods and means necessary to advance the development of AI, machine learning, and associated technologies for the comprehensive national security and defense needs of the United States.
AI areas they serve
Areas of Focus
AI and national security
US-China technology competition
AI R&D investment
Defense AI applications
Workforce development
AI ethics in defense
National AI strategy (historical)
Upcoming Goals
NSCAI concluded its work in October 2021 after publishing its Final Report
Its recommendations continue to influence US AI policy and national security strategy
The Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP) was established as a successor organization
2021: Published landmark Final Report with 700+ recommendations on AI, competition with China, and national security
Recommended significant increases in AI R&D funding
Commission officially concluded operations in 2021. Chaired by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt with Vice Chair Robert Work
Report influenced subsequent legislation and executive actions on AI
2018: Established by the National Defense Authorization Act