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AI-Assisted Targeting and Command & Control in European Defence

What is the central argument of “AI-Assisted Targeting and Command & Control in European Defence”, and why does it matter for European defence and dual-use markets?

AI-assisted targeting and command & control address a structural vulnerability in modern warfare:. Defence-finance analysis; 11-page sourced DFM PDF report.

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Original DFM publication · DFM Analysis report · 2026-02-19

AI-assisted targeting and command & control address a structural vulnerability in modern warfare: the inability of traditional, human-centric decision processes to keep pace with high-speed, high-density multi-domain conflict. In environments characterised by hypersonic threats, drone swarms, electronic warfare and cyber disruption, delays in data fusion and engagement sequencing translate directly into mission failure.

This analysis examines how AI-enabled data processing, sensor fusion and automated decision support are being integrated into NATO’s digital backbone and EU defence initiatives to compress reaction times, preserve targeting accuracy and maintain operational tempo.

This analysis answers: What is the central argument of “AI-Assisted Targeting and Command & Control in European Defence”, and why does it matter for European defence and dual-use markets? How does the analysis address performance Requirements and Adequacy Thresholds? How resilient is the supply chain, and where are the dependencies? What does this mean for European defence funding, procurement and investment decisions?

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AI-Assisted Targeting and Command & Control in European Defence

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Published 2026-02-19
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