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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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Two House lawmakers launch Golden Dome caucus
Rep. Jeff Crank, R-Colo., announced the initiative Tuesday, noting that the group will partner closely with the Senate’s Golden Dome Caucus.
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For Air Force weather experts, the cloud is the future – rain or shine
The organization, which provides operational weather tools to the military and intelligence agencies, expects to fully transition to the cloud next year.
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Take a peek at the “Black Shadow” diver propulsion system for SOF operators
Getting SOF operators to an objective underwater requires specialized tech. Germany-based Rotinor says the “Black Shadow” can do the job.
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Get hands-on with gas-gun sniper rifles for SOCOM
Geissele, known for drop-in precision triggers, has moved into building precision rifles for the SOCOM community. Check out models at SOF Week 2025.
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Can you put a suppressor on a 30mm cannon? One company says yes.
Radical Defense showcases .50 caliber and 30mm suppressors at SOF Week 2025, designed to make make shooting safer for operators.
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How do you quiet a minigun pouring out 3,000 rounds per minute? Put a huge suppressor on it.
Dillon Aero unveils a 3D-printed suppressor designed to reduce both sound and muzzle blast on the six-barreled, 3,000 rounds per minute minigun.
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Check out the Gungnir, a variable caliber bullpup rifle design
Named for the mythical god Odin’s spear, the Gungnir is a novel bullpup rifle design that can fire rounds as big as .50 caliber. Check it out at SOF Week 2025.
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Minigun and cannon suppressors? Weapons tech goes big | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 6.6.25
Arms designers figure out a way to add suppressors to the military’s mightiest weapons, and more specialized SOF tech in this week’s episode.
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Democratic leader talks VA comms blockade and vets’ care | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 5.31.25
Sen. Richard Blumenthal, ranking member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, discusses what he says is a gulf between Democrats and new VA leaders.
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C4 Conference: Manning the Digital Front Line
In this C4 Conference session, panelists discuss hiring, training and retaining people with the necessary skillsets to meet current and future cyber challenges.
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C4 Conference: AI in the Cyber Battlespace
In this C4 Conference session, panelists discuss the role of AI in cyber and how it is evolving to meet new demands.
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C4 Conference: Recalibrating Cyber Strategy
In the opening session of the 2025 C4 Conference, DoD Principal Deputy CIO Leslie Beavers discusses how cyber strategy is changing to meet new threats.













