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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.
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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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House Veterans’ Chair vows tight oversight on budget as VA eyes efficiency
“We’re not going to … throw money at a problem,” says Rep. Mike Bost on shaping VA’s budget in the new administration.
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Veterans’ Affairs chairman sees friction, opportunity with Democratic lawmakers
“We’ll work with them where we can,” says Rep. Mike Bost of his committee’s ability to compromise with Democrats on VA issues.
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Space Force gets head start on Trump’s commercial buying push
To fully implement the White House orders, Space Force officials say they need more funding, personnel and budget flexibility.
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New Space Force ‘warfighting framework’ sharpens weaponization plans
The framework’s primary function is to define key terms, concepts and processes so that guardians have a common lexicon.
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It’s time to fully fund the Air Force’s collaborative combat aircraft
The defense budget is the place to stop the decline in the Air Force’s size and capabilities and begin its rebuilding, the authors of this op-ed argue.
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Pentagon inspector general report rehashes Space Command HQ debate
Meanwhile, the chairman of the House Armed Services Committee claims the White House will soon name Huntsville, Alabama, as Space Command’s permanent home.
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Space Force ‘Meadowlands’ jammer ready for formal testing
The system uses radio signals to jam enemy communications and Meadowlands brings an expanded frequency range, which improves its ability to interfere.
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Space Force ramps up UK partnership with civilian exchange program
The program will enable civilian professionals to learn new skills through hands-on experience at each ally organization, the U.S. Space Force said.
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Space Development Agency director reinstated after three-month review
Meanwhile, a separate review of SDA’s organizational culture is being finalized, an Air Force spokesperson told Defense News.
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Space Force commercial office eyes pilot for quick-reaction launches
The Commercial Space Office plans to start a pilot by this fall with a tabletop exercise.
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Gruntworks shows off new Marine body armor with lighter plates, more fits
Laser-cut plate carriers, sleeker armor, and more fit options are among upgrade coming to Marine body armor. Check out the new options from Gruntworks.
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Battery-powered jet board surfaces as possible special forces option
Need to get operators to a beach quickly and quietly? Try a battery-powered jet board, launched from the seabed, as a way to get the job done.