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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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Pentagon begins awarding contracts for next round of Replicator
Since Replicator’s inception, the Pentagon has awarded contracts for 30 different hardware and software efforts with more than 50 major subcontracts.
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Pentagon chief technologist argues case for rapid experimentation fund
The Pentagon’s CTO said Wednesday the Rapid Defense Experimentation Reserve plays a key role in prioritizing experimentation for joint requirements.
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Air Force Research Lab eyes space data transport demo in 2026
The Air Force Research Lab is working with the Space Warfighting Analysis Center and the Defense Innovation Unit to test space data transport concepts.
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What’s the Pentagon’s new Arctic strategy? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 8.3.24
The Department of Defense updates its plans for an Arctic defense strategy as the FDA weighs Ecstasy as a treatment for PTSD. Plus: Marines arm wrestling.
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Should I prioritize debt payoff or saving first? — Money Minute
In this episode of Money Minute, Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union explains how to decide between paying off debt or investing in savings first.
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Veteran says ecstasy helped his PTSD, but FDA is unmoved
After years of failed treatment, one veteran says ecstasy, or MDMA, eased his PTSD symptoms. But a recent FDA panel quashed its chance of approval.
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Pentagon unveils new Arctic defense strategy
With the presence of China and Russia growing in the far north, the U.S. looks for new ways to defend its Arctic interests. Here’s what’s in the new plan.
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New study says the U.S. is not ready for a major war
Slow procurement processes, ineffective Congress and lack of knowledge in the general public are factors a new study says makes the U.S. unprepared for war.
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Israel moves to strengthen defense production amid boycott calls
Calls to boycott the sale of ammunition to Israel have led to a push to strengthen production independence.
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UK launches global MQ-9B drone users’ club for allies
The drone program is growing rapidly, as it initially included six nations and now comprises ten.
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Air Force picks five firms to build autonomy package for drone wingmen
The Air Force plans to field at least 1,000 of the drones by the late 2030s.
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What did the Gaza pier mission accomplish? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 7.27.24
An in-depth look at the Gaza pier mission, and its ups and downs. Plus, how Project 2025 would impact troops and veterans if implemented.