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‘Open the hives’ — Why France is turning tank gunners into FPV pilots
Cpl. Igor started a new job this year, swapping the sights of a 105 mm gun on the French Army’s AMX 10 RC reconnaissance vehicle for first-person view goggles and a handheld controller.
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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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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
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Rise of the defense industry innovators | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.3.26
As the American military seeks new capabilities and advanced systems amid rapid change, defense companies of all sizes showcased their solutions at a major defense conference.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Army under secretary eyes ‘flexible spending’ model for developing defense systems
In the current structure, it can take years to get funding approved for new military systems. What happens when enemies’ weapons develop faster than that?
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Space Development Agency builds vendor pool for future demo missions
Through the effort, dubbed HALO, the agency will run rapid on-orbit demonstrations aimed at reducing risk for future operational missions.
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Space Force orders more missile-tracking satellites from Millennium
Millennium will deliver six more spacecraft for the service’s Missile Track Custody program as part of the $386 million deal.
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Pentagon OKs first batch of private capital funds for loan program
The effort aims to drive private capital funding to companies advancing key DOD technologies like artificial intelligence and microelectronics.
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Space Force needs plan, funding to counter China’s rapid space growth
For the Space Force, countering China’s advancements in space is a mission in and of itself, according to the service’s top intelligence official.
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Secretary of the Army speaks on adjusting to global turmoil | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 10.19
In a special episode from the floor of the Army’s biggest annual conference, we talk to top leaders and check out new weaponry headed for soldiers soon.
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Ukraine should lift export ban on reconnaissance drones, vendor says
Officials in Kyiv are studying options for allowing Ukrainian arms makers to export weapons as long as the needs of local forces are met first.
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How can I protect myself from SMISHING attempts? — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union tells you how to avoid the latest scammer attempts you may encounter in your texts or emails.
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How do global events shape the Army? Secretary of the force explains
Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth sat down with Defense News to talk about how global turmoil shapes the American Army’s policies and decisions.