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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
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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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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.