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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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AI-controlled fighter jet takes Air Force secretary on historic ride
An AI-controlled F-16 flew Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall in lightning-fast maneuvers at more than 550 miles an hour as it pursued a manned jet nearby.
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Thermal / red dot combo on display at Modern Day Marine
Looking to innovate in troop optics, Thales displays the XTRAIM sight that combines thermal and red-dot capabilities in a direct visual channel.
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Could an enemy hijack your GPS signal? Only if you don’t defend it
An expert on ‘GPS spoofing’ visits Defense News Weekly to talk about how the threat impacts the military.
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Want to go alone? Check out this private field toilet
For troops in the field, a shovel and some open air are the only bathrooms available. Meet one Marine veteran offering a bit of privacy with the InstaPrivy.
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NASCAR racer unveils military-themed paint scheme
NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace talks about the inspirations behind a new paint scheme for his car honoring veterans of different eras.
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Training munitions on display at Modern Day Marine
Want to practice shooting with rounds that mark a target and offer a ‘pain penalty’ if you get hit? Check out Ultimate Training Munitions.
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Making the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 work for you
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework represents an excellent starting point to taking a proactive cybersecurity approach.
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Pentagon technology hub sees lower transition rate, higher value deals
In its annual report, DIU said that while transitions dropped last year, the organization also facilitated its largest follow-on contract to date.
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Northrop’s colossal Manta Ray underwater drone passes at-sea tests
“I think it is striking in its size and scale, even for those folks that have been there throughout the design process.”