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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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Blumenthal: Cut waste, but don’t destroy VA and DOD
Key Democratic senator says that current plans for the military and veterans programs will hurt programs instead of reforming them.
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Chinese hold on solar-power tech raises fresh sabotage fears in Europe
After a news report about undeclared circuitry in Chinese solar components, European experts fear the bloc may be vulnerable to blackmail.
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Hegseth cuts Pentagon’s testing office in half, appoints new leader
Hegseth said in a new memo the move was informed by a “comprehensive internal review” that identified nonessential personnel within the office.
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Leidos acquires cyber company Kudu Dynamics
The finalized deal comes as Leidos is implementing a new “NorthStar” strategy that identifies cyber as one of five primary growth areas for the company.
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Hermeus notches first flight of Quarterhorse high-speed aircraft
The May 21 flight test brings Hermeus a step closer to its goal of flying the autonomous, reusable vehicle at near-Mach 5 speeds by 2026.
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Telescoping hook, fast ascender offer access tools for special forces troops
Gotta get into a boat or a building quickly? Check out offerings from Skylotec, which brought everything form fast ascenders to sledgehammers to SOF Week 2025.
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New loading and control systems for miniguns: High Ground Defense
High Ground Defense brought its M134HG minigun to SOF Week 2025: check out the key modifications it offers special operations troops.
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Check out Pivotal’s one-man aircraft for stealthy missions
Get a look at the Helix, an electric vertical takeoff aircraft that can fly autonomously and deliver or extract supplies for military missions.
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Soar under water faster with a personal diver propulsion system – and save your air
Need to get somewhere underwater quickly, and want to save your air? Strap on some Jet Boots, a hands-free diver propulsion system.
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Breaching tools and a minigun: Highlights from SOF Week 2025 | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 5.17
SOF Week is a bonanza of cutting edge and deadly tech. Check out a bevy of gnarly-looking and futuristic tools for special forces operators at this year’s show.
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Navy wants AI tools to boost data processing, resource distribution
In notice this week, DIU said it is looking for AI and machine learning tools that can speed up data processing at the Navy’s Marine Operations Centers.
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Switzerland to expand EU defense ties with new cyber-defense role
Swiss defense planners have balanced these new engagements with Bern’s policy of armed neutrality.