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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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So how does the military help to pay for college? — Money Minute
Personal finance expert Jeanette Mack explains some of the ways that your service will help to pay for college.
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Fast-tracking family separation pay? | Defense News Weekly full episode for 2.10.2023
In this episode of Defense News Weekly, we talk national security with a congressman, explore paganism and check out Staccato’s new C-series pistol.
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Paganism gains support in the military
Military Times talks to advocate Selena Fox about alternative faiths in the military.
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New Staccato C pistol promises modern upgrades to iconic 1911 design
The Staccato C is unveiled at SHOT Show 2024The Staccato C is unveiled at SHOT Show 2024.
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Congressman pushes Pentagon for Family Separation Pay increase
Texas congressman, Rep. Tony Gonzales, speaks to Military Times Early Bird Brief producer Zamone Perez about current issues in the military.
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Air National Guard secures skies over Super Bowl
Go inside their operation to secure the skies over the Super Bowl.
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Space Force may launch GPS demonstration satellites to test new tech
The service is also conducting market research to refine its concept for a constellation of GPS demonstration satellites.
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New ruck built for radio operators undergoes airborne testing
The new radio ruck is expected to field in early 2025.
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Chinese tech company threatens to sue US over claim of military links
Hesai Technology’s core product is LiDAR road sensing equipment, used in passenger and commercial vehicles, autonomous driving vehicles, and more.