Leading AI developers like OpenAI and Anthropic are navigating partnerships with the U.S. military, focusing on improving efficiency in threat assessment without permitting harm to humans. The Pentagon leverages generative AI for enhancing its kill chain process, while maintaining ethical guidelines on the use of autonomous systems. Despite a history of autonomous military technology, the Pentagon insists on human oversight in decision-making. Debates continue over the role of AI in defense, with some in the AI community recognizing the necessity of collaboration to mitigate potential risks.