NATIONAL HARBOR, MD -- Emerging technology -- not traditional weapon systems -- increasingly is at the frontline of geopolitical competition and conflicts, Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) said at an intelligence and security conference Thursday. “In 2023, national security is not just about the nation with the most guns, ships and planes. For China, this is a technology competition,” said Warner, who listed semiconductors, artificial intelligence, directed energy and quantum warfare among areas that need to be emphasized and supported. Military...
