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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
VIDEOS
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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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The US military is not organized for cyber war
Too much of this debate treats a new service as a judgment on Cyber Command’s performance. It is not.
Electronic Warfare
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Pentagon’s realistic electronic warfare system to move to Navy lab
DARPA says it has built the world’s largest, most realistic electronic warfare test capability.
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“What did I get myself into?” Learning to survive in the jungles of Vietnam
Veterans of Vietnam’s long range recon patrols describe how they faced more than just the enemy in Shadows of the Jungle – Ep 4 “In The Jungle”
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Latvia-led drone coalition for Ukraine gains more funding, members
France and Italy are the latest countries to join a group devoted to rushing unmanned aerial vehicles to help Ukraine in its defense.
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Israel revives trebuchet, a catapult variant forces are using at border
The weapon’s purpose is to launch beyond fortifications, like that separating Israel from Lebanon.
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The Financial Discussion to Have Before Moving in Together — Money Minute
Moving in together is a huge step. It’s impotant to align your goals—financial and otherwise. Personal finance expert Jeanette Mack explains.
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Soldiers receive striking hair and tattoo accommodations | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 6.15.24
A Native American soldier gets permission to wear long hair and a Samoan can display hand tattoos, the Army says. Plus: the lessons learned at LANPAC 2024.
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What to look out for at Eurosatory, Europe’s biggest defense show
The 2024 show takes full measure of the war in Ukraine, after a 2022 edition marked by the shock of Russia’s invasion months prior.
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Native American soldier gains permission to wear long hair, eagle feathers in uniform accommodation
Maj. Patrick Sorensen successfully petitioned to wear long hair and eagle feathers central to his tribal beliefs. See striking photos of his updated uniform.
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Samoan soldier becomes first to display traditional hand tattoos
Capt. Isis Sake, breaks ground as the first soldier of Samoan descent to gain permission to display traditional hand tattoos in religious uniform accommodation.