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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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Highlights from Defense News Conference 2024 | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 8.24.24
Everyone from the Secretary of the Army to the head of the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab was on hand at DNC 2024 – check out some top moments from the event.
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What qualifies as a ‘financial emergency’, and how can I prepare for one? — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is here to help you prepare for unexpected financial emergencies.
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Army Secretary talks forward positioning, nimble spending for evolving force
How should the Army array itself in the Pacific? Christine Wormuth talks forward positioning and financing for drone tech at Defense News Conference 2024.
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What’s cooking in the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab?
The rapid advancement of drone technology is ruling the day across the military – find out how the Marines are working to stay ahead of the curve.
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Does the Navy need sailors? A look at the future of unmanned ships
How must the Navy evolve to become the unmanned force of the future? It has to change its culture experts say at Defense News Conference 2024.
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Updated status on one of U.S. military’s greatest weapons: money
House Armed Services Committee Vice Chair Rep. Rob Wittman visited Defense News Conference 2024 for an update on Congress’ progress on military budget issues.
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Production scaling woes delay next Space Development Agency launches
Delays are primarily linked to financial troubles among some vendors who have struggled to scale their production capacity.
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Defense News Conference: The Navy’s Unmanned Vehicle Expansion
In this Defense News Conference panel, Navy experts discuss the expansion of unmanned vehicles and how they are shaping the future of maritime warfare.
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Defense News Conference: Discussion with Corey Heritage, SourceAmerica
In this Defense News Conference session, SourceAmerica’s Corey Heritage discusses personnel challenges in the U.S. military.
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Fireside chat: Lt. Gen. John Morrison
In this fireside chat at Defense News Conference, Lt. Gen. John Morrison, deputy chief of staff, cyber, U.S. Army, discusses network modernization.
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Future Ready Air Force: The Hon. Andrew Hunter and Gen. James Slife
U.S. Air Force Secretary The Hon. Andrew Hunter and Vice Chief of Staff Gen. James Slife discuss the future-ready Air Force.
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Lunch Panel: Redefining the Workforce for Veterans and Their Families
In this Defense News Conference session, panelists discuss the challenges to effective workplace policies for hiring and retaining veterans and their spouses.













