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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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Drones incoming! New innovations on offer in UAS tech | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.10.26
New drone innovations are highlighted in Part 2 of our Business of Defense series. Plus, a sneak peek into a new Smithsonian military aviation exhibit, and tips to avoid scams.
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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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Seven Medals of Honor and expanded PACT Act guidelines
President Biden awarded a raft of Korean War troops and one hero from the Vietnam War with the nation’s highest military award at the White House race
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Military sees significant spike in mental health diagnoses
A new report outlines a worrying rise in mental health issues among troops over a five-year period. Get a look at the trends in the latest study.
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Inside the Pentagon’s years-long move to counter China
The dawn of the Biden administration came with a huge shift in the Pentagon’s approach to blunting China’s influence. Get a look inside the comprehensive policy
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How do Marine drill instructors learn to scream loud enough to train new troops?
Go inside the Marine Drill Instructor School, where troops learn to become the men and women who led their intimidating introduction to the force.
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Italy eyes Musk’s Starlink for secret government communications
Handing control of Italy’s military satellite communications to the U.S. tech tycoon has prompted sharp criticism in Italy from opposition politicians.
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Space Development Agency validates high-speed satellite comm links
During a demo, York Space Systems and SpaceX connected two of their satellites via a laser communication link, proving a key technology for SDA.
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Native American WWI troops to get Medal of Honor? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 1.4.25
Indigenous troops from World War I get a second look for the Medal of Honor. Plus, a Marine finds peace after war, and a look inside an Army winter rucksack.
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Pentagon picks Kratos for hypersonic testbed program
Through MACH-TB 2.0, the Pentagon wants to significantly increase the number of hypersonic test flights.
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I’m in the military, should I rent or buy my home? — Money Minute
Deciding between renting or buying is a challenge for every military family. Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is here to help.
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Pentagon’s 2025 industry investments target space, biochem and more
The Office of Strategic Capital released its fiscal 2025 investment strategy Thursday, offering a snapshot of its priorities for the coming year.
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How many items are in this soldier’s winter rucksack?
Watch a trooper unload the seemingly endless items in a 70-pound rucksack in advance of a winter mission in the snow.
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WWI Native American Code Talkers get new look for Medal of Honor
Following a new program to give heroic Indigenous soldiers from WWI renewed consideration for awards, some may now be eligible for the Medal of Honor.