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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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Ukraine claims to down another Russian early warning and control plane
The A-50, which is capable of spotting targets up to 650 kilometers (400 miles) away, is a key command center aircraft that relays information to troops.
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How do I create a basic monthly budget? — Money Minute
Personal finance expert Jeanette Mack explains how to create a monthly budget that will set you up for success.
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Navy’s newest aircraft carrier recoups after long mission
Following eight months at sea and an extension to the Mediterranean after the attacks on Israel, the commander of the Gerald R. Ford recaps the deployment.
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NATO’s naval front line
Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Black Sea has become a battlefield on NATO’s doorstep. Defense News’ regional reporter gives updates on recent events.
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Congress tackles military pay and housing
Military issues took over parts of Capitol Hill recently as congress tackled troops’ pay and quality of life issues.
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Space Force’s fixed-price push includes some exceptions, Calvelli says
While the Space Force’s acquisition executive stands by his drive for fixed-price contracts, he acknowledged some programs require a more nuanced approach.