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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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Thompson touts Space Force acquisition achievements in exit interview
As the Space Force wraps up its fourth year, retiring Gen. David Thompson talks with C4ISRNET about what’s to come.
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Changes coming to sub IT ratings
Sailors in the information systems technician rating on submarines will convert into new ratings to facilitate “mastery” in one area of expertise.
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Trusted data is the power behind the DOD CDAO’s AI adoption strategy
An open data lakehouse for trusted AI can increase flexibility to expand technology and analytics, while making the data more accessible.
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Policy bill backs new revenue streams for US Space Force launch ranges
The NDAA includes a provision that allows the Space Force to collect additional fees from commercial companies that operate at its space launch ranges.
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Firms get face time, few details from Hicks’ Replicator tour
Most companies told Defense News they arrived looking for more detail on Replicator. Instead, Pentagon officials wanted more details from them.
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Congress demands quicker fielding of hypersonic weapons interceptor
Lawmakers have mandated the Pentagon field a defensive hypersonic interceptor several years earlier than current Defense Department estimates.













