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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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USMC awards $20 million contract for first autonomous ground vehicles
The Marine Corps is pursuing a first-of-its-kind $20 million production contract for fully autonomous ground vehicles.
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GWOT Memorial group open to design changes | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 6.30.26
The president of the GWOT Memorial Foundation says he’s taking feedback on the installation’s design. Plus, foam drones and a throwable 360-degree camera.
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How Lenders Evaluate Small Business Loans — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is here to help you understand what lenders are looking at when considering your small business loan application.
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European tank maker eyes public listing in major deal | Defense Dollars
French-German tank builder KNDS plans to list its share on two markets in a planned IPO.
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Foam drones and a throwable 360-degree tactical camera – SOF Week tech
New systems seen at SOF Week include one-way drones made of lightweight material, and a camera you can throw into a room for a full-spectrum view.
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German Counter-drone startup Tytan eyes 3,000 interceptors per month in new factory
Production at the new plant is scheduled to begin in August, according to the company’s CEO.
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Philippines deploys US-made Triton naval drones in its western waters to scout for intruders
The transfer comes after the military revealed that China discreetly deployed a 6×6 meter floating platform equipped with an antenna at Scarborough Shoal.
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ICEYE to double radar-satellite capacity by late 2027 as demand surges
The company’s goal is to ramp up production to two satellites a week as it responds to surging demand from European militaries.
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Poland buys V-BAT drones to boost Baltic Sea naval operations
The deal puts Poland in line to become the first country on NATO’s eastern flank to acquire the Shield AI-made drone.
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Marines expand use of Maven with new AI operational reporting tool
Officials say the new tool will move the Marine Corps from being data-rich but information-poor to a state of information superiority.
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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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US Army tests fire control software that helps moving vehicles kill drones
The Army has successfully tested software designed to help vehicle-mounted weapons shoot down drones while both the target and the vehicle are moving.