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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.
SPECIAL FEATURES
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.
Featured Videos
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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Are AI tools and processing power a warfighter’s new best friend?
Learn why cybersecurity and AI-enhanced decision-making are becoming increasingly important in a digital battle space.
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Germany unveils $40bn military-space investment, citing new threats
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said two Russian satellites were tracking spacecraft used by the Bundeswehr, Germany’s armed forces.
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Boot Camp for Your Wallet: Financial Tips for New Recruits — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is back with tips for new recruits to help navigate your finances as you begin your military career.
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British Ajax IFV unveiled: Learn about the Royal Army’s new armored vehicle
General Dynamics U.K. debuted the latest variant of its Ajax tank system for British forces. Check out the features from the show floor at DSEI 2025.
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Drones, drones, drones: Highlights from DSEI 2025 | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 9.13.25
The most transformative battlefield tech in a generation takes center stage at the DSEI defense conference. See the latest from the show floor in London.
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Get up close with the Black Widow short-range recon drone, headed for the U.S. Army
Red Cat’s 4-pound short-range reconnaissance drone was on the floor at DSEI 2025 — get a breakdown of the Army-selected UAV’s capabilities.
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Check out a high-speed drone that smashes enemy UAVs out of the sky with its nose
Learn about a new interceptor from MARSS that uses kinetic energy to disable targeted drones and keep flying.
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How Washington’s drone policy is catching up to reality
The MTCR reinterpretation should be coupled with updated nonproliferation standards and robust safeguards to balance competition and global responsibility.
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Honoring the 2025 Service Members of the Year | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 9.13.25
Selfless acts of bravery, grit and sacrifice are highlighted in a selection of profiles of the 2025 Service Members of the Year from Military Times.













