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Chinese military researchers tap US AI models to train defense systems
Chinese researchers have reportedly used leading U.S. AI models developed by OpenAI and Anthropic to train AI systems to advance defense capabilities.
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US Marine Corps turns to AI-powered Bullfrog as drone threats expand
Allen Control Systems announced Monday that the Marine Corps has chosen the Bullfrog autonomous weapon system to integrate into its airborne defenses.
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Doodle Labs eyes US, European production sites as demand soars for jam-resistant drones
Doodle Labs hopes to turn its success in equipping jam-hardened drones in Ukraine into additional production sites in Europe and he United States.
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Space
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Eight NATO allies launch HALO satellite constellation initiative
The project aims to stitch together spacecraft managed by individual member countries into one mega-constellation, alliance officials said.
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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Back to school savings in 60 seconds | Money Minute
Sending your child back to the classroom doesn’t have to crush your budget. Check out these quick tips for smart savings tips on common items.
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Cyber
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The US military is not organized for cyber war
Too much of this debate treats a new service as a judgment on Cyber Command’s performance. It is not.
Electronic Warfare
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Pentagon’s realistic electronic warfare system to move to Navy lab
DARPA says it has built the world’s largest, most realistic electronic warfare test capability.
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Belgium buys drone-on-drone tech made in Latvia
The interceptor features safety controls so operators can cancel an attack and order it to come back, or it can self-neutralize if things go wrong.
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Insight into Marines’ experiences, and groups helping vets | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.15.
Defense News Weekly talks with Sebastian Junger about his latest military-centered project, and learn about two groups trying to help vets after service.
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Sebastian Junger outlines Marines’ experience in new Netflix series ‘Marines’
Celebrated author and filmmaker Sebastian Junger dives into what shapes Marines’ ethos as warfighters as his new docuseries “Marines” debuts on Netflix.
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Harnessing the healing power of dogs for veterans in need
For all the power of modern therapy and medicine, sometimes there’s no better tool for healing than the companionship of a dog. VetDogs is trying to leverage it
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Wounded Navy SEAL Jason Redman on how to move veterans forward
Retired Navy SEAL and motivational speaker Jason Redman walks through ways vets need to find purpose after service and how his group TurboVets is trying to help
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ICEYE sees role as Europe’s defense space-intelligence linchpin
The Finnish firm eyes a satellite fleet large enough to enable ‘tactical’ ground operations without relying on US data.
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Anduril, UAE’s Edge unveil transformer drone for hovering, fast flight
The system, dubbed Omen, is the first of many platforms that the companies plan to develop and produce under their new joint venture.
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Vendors’ push to drone-proof vehicles with nets goes beyond Ukraine
Netting and cages have proven effective in Ukraine in keeping warheads from penetrating vehicle walls.
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Romania finds possible drone shreds after Russian strikes on Ukraine
Breaches of Romania’s airspace by drones have become increasingly frequent as Russia targets Ukrainian Danube River ports just across the border.
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A look into the future of Army technology | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.8.25
Defense News gets the rare chance to talk to one of the top minds in the Army on technology and transformation. Plus, updates to Army missile defense policy.
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Smart Holiday Spending for Those Who Serve — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is here with tips on how to get the most out of the discounts available to those who serve this holiday season.













