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Watch AUSA 2026 Day 2: Live
Catch interviews, events, and all the action from the show floor right here.
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Has the Pentagon given up on AI polygraph analysis of loyalty?
AI-aided scanning of speech patterns, vocal stress or facial expressions to read minds lacks scientific backing and will compound errors, critics argue.
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Germany to set up first drone regiment next year, modeled after Ukraine war lessons
Germany plans to stand up its first dedicated drone regiment next year, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has announced.
SPECIAL FEATURES
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
VIDEOS
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Better weapons, new berets and personal comfort | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 10.13.2
From urine collection systems to updated weaponry and even a new beret for EOD airmen, a bevy of updates could be headed for troops across the military.
Featured Videos
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.
More Stories
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Lockheed Martin eyes Patriot interceptor parts production in Spain
Spain’s Grupo Oesia is to make parts of the PAC-3 MSE interceptor missile for Lockheed, expanding the two companies’ partnership first announced last year.
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How L3Harris is shoring up its small satellite supply chain
The president of L3Harris’ space systems sector, recently sat down with C4ISRNET to discuss the challenges of developing a diverse yet mature supply base.
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3 Germans arrested on suspicion of spying, miltech transfer to China
The suspects allegedly procured a special laser and exported it to China without permission.
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US Air Force stages dogfights with AI-flown fighter jet
The Air Force hopes that teaching AI to dogfight — perhaps the hardest flying style to master — will make it easier to autonomously fly other missions.
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Resolving the disconnect between industry and the DOD’s space strategy
The Commercial Space Integration Strategy seeks to ensure commercial solutions are available when and where needed, in peacetime and during conflicts.
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Meet an autonomous underwater drone you can fit in a backpack
Looking to make underwater autonomous drones smaller and able to be launched by a single operator, Advanced Navigation shows off the Hydrus.
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Congress, Supreme Court open lanes for big bumps to benefits for troops
New legislation in Congress and a decision by the nation’s highest court could spell big changes for troops’ bottom lines. Leo Shane explains.
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Missile Defense Agency opts for Lockheed on $17 billion interceptor deal
In the race to update missiles to defend the homeland, Lockheed notches a win. Also, the Coast Guard makes a major rescue in the Pacific.
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Metal Shark unveils the ‘Prowler’ at Sea Air Space conference
Advanced Navigation, looking to make underwater autonomous drones smaller and able to be launched by a single operator, shows off its Hydru
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How one group is trying to make Navy and Marine beach landings better
The Navy and Marines use an old-school method to judge sea state for beach landings. See how one group is trying to update the practice.
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Ukraine, allies scour the world for coveted air defense systems
The lack of air defenses could mark a turning point in Ukraine’s defense against the Russian invasion, Ukrainian officials have said.