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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.
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Protect Yourself from Disaster Fraud — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is here with tips to help you avoid scammers taking advantage of those affected by disasters.
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Next step for the PACT Act — Iraq and Afghanistan vets watching law’s evolution
As Iraq and Afghanistan veterans age, more impacts from toxic exposure may come into view. The CEO of IAVA talks about what her organization will watch for.
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Iraq and Afghanistan vets mull VA, Pentagon changes under Trump admin
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America CEO Kyleanne Hunter talks about concerns in her group about staffing and policy shifts at the VA and DOD.
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As recent wars fade away, drive to keep vets issues at the forefront
As the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan fall further into recent history, how do advocates keep veterans issues relevant? The new CEO of IAVA weighs in.
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Space Force wargame could inform framework for allied info sharing
The two-week wargame is focused on understanding what capabilities and operational concepts the Space Force might need 10 years into the future.
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Defense Leaders Series: Elbit America’s Erik Fox talks about the need for constant innovation
Elbit America’s Senior Vice President and General Manager of Warfighter Systems, Erik Fox, discusses how his company always looks ahead.
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New ‘Vulcan’ rocket to fly first military mission next week
Pending range approval, the mission is slated to lift off Aug. 12 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
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Space Force preps infrastructure, operators for target-tracking mission
The service plans to launch initial ground moving target indicator satellites over the next year, according to Lt. Gen. DeAnna Burt.
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Credit on the Mend: How to Keep Improving — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is back with advice on how to improve your credit.
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What issues are top priority for vet advocacy groups when Congress returns to session?
VFW Executive Director Ryan Gallucci discusses what bipartisan initiatives his group will target in Congress.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars executive director talks VA communication
Following workforce cuts and sweeping changes, how streamlined is communication between the VFW and the VA? Ryan Gallucci offers his thoughts.
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How can advocacy groups bring vets’ issues to the forefront of public consciousness?
As a new era of veterans leaves the services, Veterans of Foreign Wars Executive Director Ryan Gallucci discusses how VA care must evolve.













