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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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Lawmakers propose DIU-managed military testing and evaluation cell
The effort would begin as a three-year pilot program aimed at making it easier for high-need technologies to move through traditional testing processes.
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Disinformation creates ‘precarious year for democracy,’ experts warn
Some of the messaging meant to sow division is reaching veterans and service members by preying on their sense of duty to the U.S.
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US aims to outpace China with AI on fighter jets, navigation and more
The United States is competing to stay ahead of China on AI and its use in weapon systems.
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Want a higher education degree after service? Follow these tips
Veterans who want to go to college after they get out of the military face a unique set of challenges. Two experts weigh in on how to smooth the transition.
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Highlights: Service Members of the Year 2024 awards
See big moments from the 2024 Service Members of the Year gala event in Washington, D.C.
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What tech and gear to special ops troops want? A roundup from SOF Week
Loitering munitions, drones, and new stealthy swimmer delivery vehicles – a look at some of the items on offer at SOF Week 2024 in Tampa.
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Long range undersea drone can recharge its own batteries
Defense developers are looking for new ways to provide better information about the ocean floor. Meet Terradepth and its long-range UUV.
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Secretary of the Air Force flies in AI-driven fighter jet
See the Air Force’s leader ride in an F-16 with artificial intelligence at the controls as the force seeks to show off new capabilities.