Vivienne Machi
Vivienne Machi is a reporter based in Stuttgart, Germany, contributing to Defense News' European coverage. She previously reported for National Defense Magazine, Defense Daily, Via Satellite, Foreign Policy and the Dayton Daily News. She was named the Defence Media Awards' best young defense journalist in 2020.
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KNDS, Israel’s Elbit to produce European rocket artillery kit
Based on the existing PULS artillery rocket produced by Elbit, the new kit will offer a Europeanized version to countries in the region.
Leaders wrestle with a potent mix: AI and weapons of mass destruction
New technologies can lower the bar for manufacturing dangerous weapons, while also helping watchdog organizations in detecting treaty infractions.
Italian Navy tasks Fincantieri to design drone-laden warships
“It means looking at how best to handle storage, maintenance and loading ammunition,” an Italian Navy official said.
US Space Force moves to make its systems battle-ready by 2026
The service has set a goal to ensure that four high-priority, classified systems are fully integrated into its C2 architecture.
US Space Force sees surge in foreign military sales demand
Space Systems Command’s FMS division saw a 500% increase in requests between 2023 and 2024.
Why is it important to keep track of car maintenance records and how do I get started – Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is here to explain how keeping records can save you money in the future.
US needs more AI investment, not just guardrails, defense experts say
Defense and industry officials said the White House's AI policy memo should be accompanied by greater investment in enabling infrastructure.
Can drones attack U.S. missile defense sites?
The head of the Army Space and Missile Defense Command talks about defending U.S. assets in a drone-dominated world at AUSA 2024
Tiny drones, updated optics and new targeting gear for soldiers
Spotting enemies trying to hide in the field gets easier for troops with new gadgets and tech on the way. Army Times’ Todd South looks at updated gear on the fl
A cannon that shoots down missiles cheaply? Rapid capabilities director looks ahead
Is the Army prepared to fight a war of cheap, disposable drones dominating a battlefield? Two experts look at how the force needs to adapt.
