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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
VIDEOS
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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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Marine Corps Technology Priorities: Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Julian Dale Alford
In this Defense News Conference session, United States Marine Corp. Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Julian Dale Alford discusses the USMC’s technology priorities.
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Defense News Conference Keynote: Gen. Michael Guetlein, U.S. Space Force
Gen. Michael Guetlein, U.S. Space Force, addresses the strategic challenges of space, in the keynote address of the 2024 Defense News Conference.
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Polish arms maker pitches new strike drones amid long-range trend
WB Group has updated its unmanned aerial vehicles portfolio, as European nations look for long-range options to deter would-be attackers.
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Space Force to field sensors for tracking air, ground targets in 2030s
The Space Force has started to invest in early studies of the capability, but Guetlein declined to confirm whether a program would be funded in FY26.
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How to start discussing smart money strategies with your military child — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union explains financial advice you should discuss with your child before they head off to basic training.
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How is the Army preparing to fight against increased drone threats? | Defense News Weekly
As unmanned vehicles take on greater significance in warfare; the Army works on how to defeat them. Plus: who won the inter-service ‘Call of Duty’ tournament?
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How the Army is challenging soldiers to think on their feet in the field
Sticking to the book is good for training – but to survive in warfare soldiers need to think on their feet. Check out how troops are preparing to adapt and win.
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Which military branch is best at ‘Call of Duty’?
Service members from the U.S., U.K. and Canada duke it out in the Call of Duty Endowment Bowl to win bragging rights and compete for a cause
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The drones are coming – how will the Army defend?
As cheap, deadly drones fill the skies over the Army’s next fight, how does it plan to defeat them? Enter ‘Operation Hard Kill.’
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North Korea develops suicide drones. Plus: is the Navy running out of pants?
New pictures of North Korean suicide drones emerge, while Navy fights a trousers shortage. Plus: new rules for service members living with HIV.
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How in-house tech and soldier tinkering is changing the Army
Inside the brave new world of AI-assisted Army electronic warfare.
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Drone sightings near bases, infrastructure unnerve German officials
German officials suspect Russia may be involved, though pinpointing a culprit has proven difficult.