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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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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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Was a court martial warranted for an officer’s TikTok post?
A Navy officer landed in hot water after a TikTok post – but should it have earned him a court martial? When do social media posts cross the line?
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Company provides animatronic companions for elder vets
Veterans in long-term care receive robotic cats and dogs that purr, bark and provide companionship in a novel program from a toy company.
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Expert: how to balance access vs. security in sensitive data
When it comes to military other sensitive information, how do you weigh giving people practical access versus creating security cracks? An expert weighs in.
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Lockheed acquires satellite firm Terran Orbital in $450 million deal
Lockheed already owns one-third of the firm due to its satellite production contracts and investments made in Terran through its venture capital arm.
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Space Force, allies craft global supply chain strategy
Space Force says the strategy could be completed in within the next year.
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Army’s high-energy laser competition to kick off early next year
The US Army’s directed energy solution for short-range air defense continues to be refined through a variety of competitive prototyping efforts.
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What military jobs have the highest risk of suicide? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 8.10.24
A new study reveals which military occupations carry the highest risk of suicide. Plus, a Marine veteran designs new prosthetics for fellow amputees.
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Prosthetics made from running shoes? Meet “Stumpworx”
After losing an arm in an IED attack, a Marine veteran set out to make a prosthetic that would let him do everything from cycling to rock climbing.
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Missile defense capabilities on display
From detection to tracking and destruction, defense industry leaders look to integrate systems to intercept threats, and go on the offensive.
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New report explores military jobs with highest suicide risk
Is your job associated with a high risk of suicide? A new study looks at the military occupations with the greatest suicide risk.
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Things service members should consider before buying a car — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union explains what you should consider before buying a car.
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Pilot recounts dangerous rescue in Alaskan waters
When coast guard members in Alaska got the call for an overturned boat, they headed out in bad weather to save two lives. Hear the story of the rescue.