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Europe weighs giving utilities, infrastructure companies more powers to bring down drones
Offials are worried that drone attacks could knock out power to millions of people — as has happened frequently in Ukraine after Russian strikes.
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US Army to stand up second expeditionary cyber battalion in coming months
The head of U.S. Army Cyber Command said this week that the service would be building an exact replica of the 11th Cyber Battalion in the next few months.
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Pentagon needs $50B for mass drone production, Hegseth says
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth wants $50 billion in reconciliation funding to support the Pentagon’s push to scale autonomous and robotic systems.
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Space
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Europe’s push to reduce US reliance is reshaping the defense space market
Spooked by U.S. restrictions on satellite data access during recent crises, European countries are scrambling to catch up on sovereign capabilities.
Artificial Intelligence
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VA inventory report reveals 367 AI systems operating in healthcare, benefits and services
A recently released report catalogs AI uses across the VA, from clinical tools used during patient care to systems that help process benefits.
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The unlikely role of Operation Epic Fury in a Mississippi AI data center lawsuit
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Ukraine’s defense AI chief predicts ‘new paradigm’ of warfare
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AI companies have a responsibility to safeguard models against exploitation, Pentagon chief technology officer says
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AI tool has ‘saved a lot of aircraft’ in Epic Fury, AFSOC chief says
VIDEOS
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Defense leaders weigh in on expanding production | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 10.27.26
Top leaders from the defense industry share their ideas on how to scale up production and integrate AI in remarks from the show floor at AUSA 2026.
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Cyber
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German firm Hensoldt acquires UK radar maker
The terms of the deal have not been made public, but Hensoldt said subject to regulatory approval it hoped to close the takeover by the end of September.
Electronic Warfare
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Europe’s push to reduce US reliance is reshaping the defense space market
Spooked by U.S. restrictions on satellite data access during recent crises, European countries are scrambling to catch up on sovereign capabilities.
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Lockheed Martin’s Morfius X-Rotor built to fry 50 enemy drones in one flight
Lockheed Martin is rolling out the Morfius X-Rotor, a recoverable counter-drone system the company says can kill 50 enemy drones in one flight.
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Are changes coming to veterans’ benefits? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 7.21.26
A leader at the center of Congress’ efforts to revamp some veterans’ benefits weighs in on the changes. Plus, testosterone tests for troops.
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‘T’ is for troops | Headlines
The Pentagon rolls out a new program to screen troops for testosterone, and artillery shell makers struggle to keep up with rising demands in this week’s headli
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Could humanoid robots be used to fire mortars? | Defense Dollars
An emerging robotics company talks about how humanoid-style androids could one day do dangerous, simple tasks like breaching doors and firing certain weapons.
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Teaching Teens Smart Credit Card Habits
A teen’s first credit card can feel a little risky, but it’s a great way to introduce youngsters to the concept of credit. Jeanette Mack explains.
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Israel’s IAI unveils ‘Hypnosis’ system for confusing enemy drone swarms
The system, called Hypnosis, consists of an array of mobile “stations” around a defended area that send out jamming signals against drone swarms.
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Trust between operators, CCAs starts with simulations: Former Air Force secretary
Simulations and exercises will be key to boosting trust between operators and CCAs, according to former U.S. Air Force secretary Frank Kendall.
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Is there a path forward for the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act?
Rep. Mark Takano, ranking member of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, weighs in on new legislation to change the face of some veteran benefits.
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New fitness standard takes hold across the Army | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 7.14.26
The Army implements the new waist-to-height ratio system amid a Pentagon push for revamped standards. Plus, new tech on the scene at Eurosatory 2026.
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Manufacturing woes hamper US 155mm ammo production
A new report says artillery shell producers are far short of a goal to manufacture 100,000 Howitzer shells per month.
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Israeli firm wants to convert commercial ships into floating drone bases
Elbit Systems detailed a new maritime concept centered on its Hermes 650 Spark unmanned aircraft, envisioning the conversion of commercial surface ships.
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The US Navy is eyeing next-gen carrier-based drones. Here’s what they might do.
The Navy wants its next-gen carrier-based drones to handle a wide range of missions, from strikes and anti-submarine warfare to aerial refueling and more.