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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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This Marine was given opioids for combat wounds. He was never the same.
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Preparing for Holiday Spending — Money Minute
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A Marine veteran’s struggle with pain and addiction | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.16.24
Scarred by battle, a Marine who served in Iraq was giving opioids for relief, sparking a years-long battle. Plus, an effort to highlight female Marines vets.
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What is AI’s role in defense manufacturing?
Artificial intelligence is everywhere in the defense industry. How will it factor into manufacturing? A pair of experts weigh in.
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Space Force targeting more affordable GPS satellites
The program comes amid growing concern from Pentagon and other government leaders about GPS vulnerability.
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Healing on and off the battlefield | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.9.24
An inclusive veterans group and an innovative solution for stopping battlefield blood loss aim to save troops’ lives. Plus, a special Veterans Day story.
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How Military Service Strengthens Your Financial Fitness — Money Minute
Your military service has taught you skills that can carry over to improving your financial well-being. Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union explains.
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Why Sweden nixed new wind farms for fear of missing Russian missiles
There are a number of ways that wind turbines, and especially large groups of them, can mess with the readings from a radar system.
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Goodbye gauze? New gel promises to stop blood loss from battlefield wounds
Traumagel looks to upend treatment for combat wounds by offering a gel that can fill battlefield wounds and staunch bleeding.
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Vets group looks to activities, community as defense against veteran suicide
Through a network of clubs and retreats, Patrol Base Abbate tries to target causes underlying veteran suicide – loneliness and loss of purpose.
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An Army of drones takes shape | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.2.24
The autonomous vehicles for a near-future Army emerge. Plus, a talk with the Army’s commander in the Pacific, and a visit to range day at MCON 2024.













