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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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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.
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Why Compound Interest Is the MVP of Saving — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack is here to explain how compound interest can have a dramatic effect on your long-term financial success.
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General Dynamics U.K. unveils the Ajax Infantry Fighting Vehicle at DSEI 2025
Get an up-close look at the IFV version of the Ajax tank from General Dynamics U.K., on display for the first time at DSEI 2025.
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Pentagon stages first ‘Top Drone’ school for operators to hone skills
Industry and military drone operators flew tethered and untethered first-person drones through a course designed to test endurance and maneuverability.
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Space Development Agency launches first operational satellites
The 21 spacecraft could start providing operational capability to combatant commands and other users within four to six months, according to SDA.
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Space Development Agency director leaves post for academia
The agency’s deputy director, Gurpartap Sandhoo, will lead SDA in an acting capacity.
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Congressman weighs in on U.S. deception capability, and the need to arm Taiwan
Nebraska Republican Representative Don Bacon says the U.S. should immediately arm Taiwan with upgraded weapons as a means to deter Chinese aggression.
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Where does the defense budget debate stand? Rep. Rob Wittman gives an update
Rep. Rob Wittman of Virginia provides a detailed state of play for the defense budget, and how debate will play out in congress in coming months.
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Security expert warns against getting lulled into complacency in the Indo-Pacific
Founder of Crux Advisory Rob Hargis says a failure to prepare for the inevitable rise in conflict in the Pacific is dangerous risk.