Coming Soon Algorithms of War: The Human Cost of AI in Conflict

Information Technology Law

Algorithms of War: The Human Cost of AI in Conflict

By Luke Moffett
Coming Soon Bristol University Press Available November 2026

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ISBN-13
9781529251937
Publisher
Bristol University Press
Publication
November 2026
Format
Hardback
Jurisdiction
U.K. ? Countri(es) for reference only

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Shows the human impact of war through the voices of the victims themselves

AI and algorithms now drive modern warfare, shaping surveillance and targeting. While promising precision, these systems often mask significant, hidden civilian harm. Algorithms of War moves past the binary debate of prohibition versus promotion, focusing instead on preserving humanity through better design and governance.

Drawing on testimony from conflicts around the world like Ukraine and Gaza, the book reveals how algorithmic logic can create dangerous distance between decision-makers and victims. Ultimately, it argues that humanity and a people-centred approach is essential to ensure accountability, strengthen civilian protection and legitimacy of military operations as AI continues to reshape the battlefield.

Table of Contents

Introduction
1. Decoding the Machine: Understanding Algorithms, AI and Machine Learning
2. Regulating War and Ensuring Humanity
3. The Rise of Drones, Algorithms and Autonomy in War
4. Piercing the Fog of War: Algorithms, Data and Datafication
5. AI Warfare in Decision-Making and Targeting
6. Regulating Lethal Autonomous Weapon Systems
7. The “Triple Black Box”: AI Accountability, Responsibility and Transparency
8. Future Compliance or Catastrophe? The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Algorithms in War
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