Samuel Bendett, associate research analyst at the Center for Naval Analyses’ Russia Studies Program and fellow in Russian studies at the American Foreign Policy Council, discusses Moscow’s pursuit and use of artificial intelligence, the RB-109A Bylina electronic warfare system, weapons development, sanctions impact, and more during an April 10, 2018, interview with Defense & Aerospace Report Editor Vago Muradian. The interview was conducted at the Navy League’s 2018 Sea-Air-Space Symposium outside of Washington. Our coverage was sponsored by Fincantieri Marine Group, Huntington Ingalls Industries and Leonardo DRS.