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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
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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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Frustrating Israel, fiber-optic killer drone technology has arrived in southern Lebanon
Analysts believe that any military engaged in conflict will, in one form or another, encounter technologies first seen in Ukraine.
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Fighter drones and a look at the new Global War on Terror memorial | Headlines
Anduril and General Atomics get the nod to develop collaborative combat aircraft, and the design for the new GWOT memorial is unveiled in this week’s headlines.
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Throwable ground drones and new long-range munitions | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 6.22.26
A new rugged drone you can throw through a window makes tracks at SOF Week, while the Air Force advances collaborative combat aircraft efforts.
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Retirement Readiness: Where Do You Stand? – Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is here to help you prepare for the retirement you hope for.
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Avoid benefits buyout scams | Headlines from MOAA
The Military Officers Association of America highlights scams that target veterans and new delivery services or stateside commissaries.
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Teledyne Flir unveils the First Look: a throwable, tracked drone
The drone and sensor company debuts a new terrestrial drone controlled by the same system that drives the Black Hornet mini aerial drone.
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The unlikely role of Operation Epic Fury in a Mississippi AI data center lawsuit
The lawsuit argues that the data centers are operating illegally and polluting surrounding areas, but the DOJ said they’re needed for national security.
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Ukraine launches ‘TrophyLab’ platform to share captured Russian weapons with allies
Among the listed items available for study are, for example, a Kinzhal hypersonic missile and a T-90M tank.
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US Army launches new Indo-Pacific multi-domain command
The move combines traditional formations with some of the service’s cyber, space, unmanned systems and electronic warfare capabilities.
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Japan joins the global craze to field interceptor drones
The interceptor drone systems are expected to be installed by 2027 near radar sites, bases, vessels and other critical locations, the agency stated.
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Air Force selects General Atomics, Anduril for production contracts on drone wingmen
The Air Force moves ahead with two companies for airframes and six more for software development of collaborative combat aircraft.
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A first look at the Global War on Terrorism Memorial design
The Global War on Terrorism Memorial unveils its design: reclaimed combat steel, marble boot prints and reflecting pools honoring service and sacrifice.













