AI in the Military Market: Transforming Defense Strategies and Operations
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the defense landscape, pushing military forces toward smarter, faster, more adaptable operations. According to Market Research Future, the global AI in Military Market was valued at USD 9.9 billion in 2023, and projected to reach USD 35.0 billion by 2035, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.1% over the period 2025-2035.
This growth is driven by rising defense budgets across many nations, spurred by geopolitical risk, emerging threats, and the recognition that AI can deliver force multipliers: quicker decision-making, enhanced situational awareness, and optimized logistics. Governments are increasingly investing in systems for surveillance, cybersecurity, and data analysis. As threats become more complex—cyber, hybrid warfare, unmanned systems, etc.—the demand for AI solutions spans not just hardware but software, services, and autonomous platforms.
Another engine of growth is the progression of enabling technologies: advances in machine learning, computer vision, expert systems, robotics, and natural language processing…