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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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Chinese warship used sonar to injure diver, Australia says
Analysts say sonar pulses can cause extensive soft tissue damage at close range. Media reports indicated the diver’s ears were injured.
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Seoul warns North Korea not to launch spy satellite
North Korea failed in its first two attempts to put a military spy satellite into orbit this year and hasn’t followed through on vow to make a third try.
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Rocket Lab to open spacecraft parts manufacturing facility in Maryland
The 113,000 square foot complex — a former Lockheed Martin launch facility in Middle River — will help the company establish a long-term supply line.
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Patriot replacement radar defeats cruise missile in Raytheon test
The Army’s Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor enabled the intercept of a cruise missile target in a developmental test ahead of first unit fielding.
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Pentagon AI boss seeks ‘justified confidence’ to take tech into battle
Not a soldier but a data scientist, Martell headed machine-learning at companies including LinkedIn, Dropbox and Lyft before taking the job last year.
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As a veteran, what should I look for in a future employer? — Money Minute
Personal Finance expert Jeanette Mack talks about what to look for in an employer after military service
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Ursa Major to 3D print solid rocket motor cases
Ursa Major hopes a 3D printing approach to production could one day help replenish depleted stocks of critical weapons such as Javelins and Stingers.
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How ‘artsy-fartsy stuff’ can help vets recuperate and cope after service
For many returning from conflict, art and music are critical outlets for expression. We spoke to groups at MCON leveraging the power of art to help vets.