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Paul Scharre: Iran Is Teaching Us Something About the American War Machine

Paul Scharre
Thought Leader: Paul Scharre
April 15, 2026
Written by: David Wallace-Wells

Featured in a recent The New York Times analysis on how low-cost drones and precision weapons are reshaping modern conflict, Paul Scharre offers expert insight into what he calls a new era of warfare. As traditional assumptions about military dominance are tested, Scharre points to the rise of “precise mass,” where inexpensive, scalable technologies are challenging the strategic advantage of even the most powerful militaries.

Drawing on his expertise in defense innovation and artificial intelligence, Scharre highlights the limits of conventional air power and why adaptability, technological diffusion, and trust in emerging systems will define the future battlefield. His perspective helps illuminate how AI and autonomous technologies are transforming both warfare and global security.

For audiences looking to understand one of the most consequential shifts in modern conflict, Scharre brings timely insight into the technologies reshaping military power.

Read the full article in The New York Times.

Paul Scharre offers a rare combination of frontline military experience, Pentagon policymaking expertise, and thought leadership on artificial intelligence. He helps audiences understand how emerging technologies are reshaping global power, security, and business risk. Event planners choose Scharre for his ability to translate complex geopolitical and AI-driven challenges into clear, actionable insights. Contact us to learn more.

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