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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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This Marine was given opioids for combat wounds. He was never the same.
Jon Basara wanted to be the best Marine he could be – but trauma from combat waylaid him. For relief, he was given opioids, sparking a years-long struggle.
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Preparing for Holiday Spending — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is here to help you prepare for this gift-giving season while keeping your finances in line.
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A Marine veteran’s struggle with pain and addiction | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.16.24
Scarred by battle, a Marine who served in Iraq was giving opioids for relief, sparking a years-long battle. Plus, an effort to highlight female Marines vets.
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What is AI’s role in defense manufacturing?
Artificial intelligence is everywhere in the defense industry. How will it factor into manufacturing? A pair of experts weigh in.
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Space Force targeting more affordable GPS satellites
The program comes amid growing concern from Pentagon and other government leaders about GPS vulnerability.
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Healing on and off the battlefield | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.9.24
An inclusive veterans group and an innovative solution for stopping battlefield blood loss aim to save troops’ lives. Plus, a special Veterans Day story.
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How Military Service Strengthens Your Financial Fitness — Money Minute
Your military service has taught you skills that can carry over to improving your financial well-being. Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union explains.
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Why Sweden nixed new wind farms for fear of missing Russian missiles
There are a number of ways that wind turbines, and especially large groups of them, can mess with the readings from a radar system.
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Goodbye gauze? New gel promises to stop blood loss from battlefield wounds
Traumagel looks to upend treatment for combat wounds by offering a gel that can fill battlefield wounds and staunch bleeding.
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Vets group looks to activities, community as defense against veteran suicide
Through a network of clubs and retreats, Patrol Base Abbate tries to target causes underlying veteran suicide – loneliness and loss of purpose.
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An Army of drones takes shape | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.2.24
The autonomous vehicles for a near-future Army emerge. Plus, a talk with the Army’s commander in the Pacific, and a visit to range day at MCON 2024.