Artificial intelligence is increasingly influencing military strategies, with Project Maven, initiated in 2017, at the forefront of this transformation. This program employs AI technology to analyze extensive drone and satellite surveillance data, significantly enhancing the efficiency of identifying potential military targets. By compressing the traditional 'detect–identify–track–decide–strike' chain, Project Maven allows military analysts to process thousands of targets daily. The system has been integrated into various US military operations and allied missions, proving crucial in conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine war and the US/Israel-Iran conflict. However, the deployment of AI in warfare has not been without controversy; it has triggered protests from tech employees and legal disputes over ethical considerations, particularly involving companies like Anthropic and their interactions with the Pentagon. As militaries around the world increasingly rely on data-driven strategies, the implications of AI in warfare continue to evolve, raising important questions about ethics and accountability.