In the wake of Russia’s aggression towards Ukraine, trust in international arms control regimes, particularly the Convention on Cluster Munitions and the Anti-Personnel Landmines Convention, is increasingly diminishing. Lithuania’s recent decision to exit the Convention on Cluster Munitions, citing regional security concerns and the need to improve its defence capabilities, marks a significant and troubling departure from a global consensus aimed at minimizing civilian harm during armed conflicts. This shift raises critical questions about the resilience of these humanitarian treaties and the broader implications for international security and human rights. Lithuania’s parliament voted on July 18, 2024, to withdraw from the Convention on Cluster Munitions, citing regional security concerns, particularly Russia’s war on Ukraine. This decision reflects Lithuania's view that adherence to the convention limits its defence capabilities. Defense Minister Arvydas Anušauskas emphasized ...
“ Software is eating the world ” said 2011 American businessman and former software engineer Marc Andreessen to point out how each modern activity involves the use of software. Little did Andreessen know that the same software industry could be at risk of being eaten. From 2011 on, new cutting-edge technology surged massively, posing a threat to the same software industry, Artificial Intelligence. Artificial intelligence, or AI, is a technology that enables computers and machines to simulate human intelligence and problem-solving capabilities. This technology aims to reproduce the neural communication system, works through algorithms and can show instantly complex results. Since 2011, AI has become a ubiquitous technology, transforming various aspects in many sectors. Indeed, its applications have span across diverse industries, from healthcare to finance, retail, transportation and manufacturing, revolutionizing human work and interaction. AI is destined to take over the software...