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Chinese military researchers tap US AI models to train defense systems
Chinese researchers have reportedly used leading U.S. AI models developed by OpenAI and Anthropic to train AI systems to advance defense capabilities.
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US Marine Corps turns to AI-powered Bullfrog as drone threats expand
Allen Control Systems announced Monday that the Marine Corps has chosen the Bullfrog autonomous weapon system to integrate into its airborne defenses.
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Doodle Labs eyes US, European production sites as demand soars for jam-resistant drones
Doodle Labs hopes to turn its success in equipping jam-hardened drones in Ukraine into additional production sites in Europe and he United States.
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Space
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Eight NATO allies launch HALO satellite constellation initiative
The project aims to stitch together spacecraft managed by individual member countries into one mega-constellation, alliance officials said.
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
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New Navy Reserve bonuses and the Osprey closes a chapter | Headlines
The Navy Reserve looks to source and keep sailors with large incentives, while the Pentagon unveils a new service medal and the Osprey hits a milestone.
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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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Eight NATO allies launch HALO satellite constellation initiative
The project aims to stitch together spacecraft managed by individual member countries into one mega-constellation, alliance officials said.
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Boeing defense unit reports $139M loss across three major programs
Charges on Boeing’s five major defense fixed-price programs also totaled $1.6 billion throughout 2023.
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Defense Secretary admits keeping cancer diagnosis, hospitalization, secret
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said he was wrong to keep silent on his medical issues, and has apologized to President Biden for keeping his ailment secret.
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Marines field, upgrade radios with more channels, better crypto
The service has fielded 4,000 radios since October 2023.
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Space Force to start charging more spaceport fees this summer
The move follows a provision in the National Defense Authorization Act that lifts some restrictions on what range fees the Space Force can collect.
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Missile defense interceptor competition enters critical design phase
The Missile Defense Agency’s homeland defense interceptor competition enters critical design review stage, putting it on a path for fielding by FY27.
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White House official calls for investment in satellite servicing market
A National Space Council official said agencies like the Space Force must start funding capabilities like on-orbit refueling and satellite servicing.
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Air Force’s electric aircraft test ends with simulated casualty evac
The Air Force is looking for ways to use electric aircraft for everything from shuttling cargo and passengers around a base to evacuating downed airmen.













