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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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As recent wars fade away, drive to keep vets issues at the forefront
As the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan fall further into recent history, how do advocates keep veterans issues relevant? The new CEO of IAVA weighs in.
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Space Force wargame could inform framework for allied info sharing
The two-week wargame is focused on understanding what capabilities and operational concepts the Space Force might need 10 years into the future.
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Defense Leaders Series: Elbit America’s Erik Fox talks about the need for constant innovation
Elbit America’s Senior Vice President and General Manager of Warfighter Systems, Erik Fox, discusses how his company always looks ahead.
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New ‘Vulcan’ rocket to fly first military mission next week
Pending range approval, the mission is slated to lift off Aug. 12 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
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Space Force preps infrastructure, operators for target-tracking mission
The service plans to launch initial ground moving target indicator satellites over the next year, according to Lt. Gen. DeAnna Burt.
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Credit on the Mend: How to Keep Improving — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is back with advice on how to improve your credit.
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What issues are top priority for vet advocacy groups when Congress returns to session?
VFW Executive Director Ryan Gallucci discusses what bipartisan initiatives his group will target in Congress.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars executive director talks VA communication
Following workforce cuts and sweeping changes, how streamlined is communication between the VFW and the VA? Ryan Gallucci offers his thoughts.
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How can advocacy groups bring vets’ issues to the forefront of public consciousness?
As a new era of veterans leaves the services, Veterans of Foreign Wars Executive Director Ryan Gallucci discusses how VA care must evolve.
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New administration spells changes for vets | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 8.2.25
Amid a flurry of reforms at VA and in the White House, the executive director of Veterans of Foreign Wars talks about what the changes mean for vets.
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Joby, L3Harris developing autonomous aircraft for defense missions
The companies plan to start flight tests this fall and be ready to demonstrate operational capabilities in government exercises by 2026.
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Poised for growth, Millennium prioritizes efficiency and capacity
The small satellite company expects to double its vehicle production next year and has at least 70 spacecraft in its backlog for the next four years.