# Joint Chiefs Chairman Highlights AI's Growing Role in Combat Operations

> Source: <https://osintsights.com/joint-chiefs-chairman-highlights-ais-growing-role-in-combat-operations>
> Published: 2026-09-17 06:05:18+00:00

The pace of decision-making in combat has accelerated dramatically, from weeks to days to mere seconds, and Air Force Gen. Dan Caine credits artificial intelligence for revolutionizing the speed and effectiveness of military operations. With AI, troops are now able to respond faster and smarter, as seen in recent events like the rescue of an Apache helicopter crew and the deployment of new AI-enabled tactics in Ukraine.