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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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The role of emerging tech and AI in cyber security and defense tech
A panel of C4 and cyber tech experts talks about how emerging AI capability is broadening frontiers in defense… and what comes next.
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The state of cyber defense — C4ISR Conference highlights | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 6.21.25
Experts from across the defense sector weigh in on the evolving nature of command and control software and technology in highlights from 2025 C4ISR Conference.
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Can this gun shoot enemies over a wall? New Marine weapons options
Colt displays a grenade launcher and anti-defilade gun it says can improve Marines’ deadliness. Plus, a foldable machete. Get details from Modern Day Marine.
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What will the Trump administration’s Army look like? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 6.14.25
Army Sec. Daniel Driscoll discusses the Army Transformation Initiative and details how the largest branch will navigate the defense industry in years to come.
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Driscoll says the Army has ‘been a bad customer’ in the defense purchasing process
The Army Secretary discusses how the Army is investing in industry to forge the systems of tomorrow’s battles.
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Why the Army is cutting light tanks and other high-price-tag programs
Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll addresses the slashing of costly programs and the guiding principle the service will follow for new acquisitions.
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How the new administration is transforming the U.S. Army
Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll discusses how soldiers are evolving across different domains to conquer the battlefields of the future.
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York’s experimental communications satellite ready for launch
The spacecraft, dubbed Dragoon, will fly on SpaceX’s Transporter 14 rideshare mission, which is slated to launch June 20.
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Marines show off body armor with lighter vest, plates and more sizes
Marine body armor engineers share a glimpse of their new protective gear that features lighter weights, lighter plates and more size options.
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House proposes manufacturing network to boost wartime arms production
The Commercial Reserve Manufacturing Network would include dual-use manufacturing firms qualified to produce military systems when called upon.
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Space Force’s first next-gen missile warning launch pushed to 2026
GAO has long warned the program’s first launch would be delayed at least a year. Those projections could prove true, but perhaps for more nuanced reasons.
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Sierra Space launches defense-focused business
Over the last two years, Sierra Space has been awarded $1.5 billion in defense contracts for satellites and components.