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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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Ohio lawmakers make wild card pitch to host Space Command headquarters
Ohio lawmakers wade into the Colorado vs. Alabama standoff over hosting Space Command’s headquarters, with a curveball pitch to put it in their state.
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New hypersonic testing facility could boost US development
The new facility houses two wind tunnels and an advanced manufacturing technology center intended to improve materials and production processes.
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Space Force marketplace links commanders to commercial tracking data
The Space Force’s acquisition command wants to create more commercial marketplaces that connect combatant commanders with the space capabilities they need.
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Anduril hires former Army official who led rapid tech development
The Army’s former Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office director is joining Anduril to lead its Huntsville expansion.
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New robotics job field may be coming to the Marine Corps
Marine leaders aren’t yet sure how they will find or train people with the knowledge to operate autonomous systems.
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Hardening NATO troops and nail-biting Coast Guard Rescues | Defense News Weekly Full Show 6.3.23
Go deep inside an OPFOR recon mission and ride along with the Coast Guard as they rescue boaters (and a dog). Plus, get the skinny on Army radios.
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Can these comms support a mobile command post?
Now that the Army is focused back on divisions, how will it change its comms setup? We speak to the Army’s top radio official.













