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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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Anduril lands $250 million Pentagon contract for drone defense system
DOD will buy 500 Roadrunner interceptors as well as the Anduril’s portable Pulsar electronic-warfare, counter-drone capability, the firm told Defense News.
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Space Force to fly two rapid-response demonstration missions in 2026
The missions are slated for summer or fall of 2026 as part of the Space Force’s tactically responsive space demonstration series.
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Are troops taking enough anti-obesity drugs? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 10.5.24
Anti-obesity drugs are a hit among Americans – but military uptake is low: a look at troops’ use of the meds. Plus: a museum exhibit centered on female Marines.
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How to prepare your finances before a deployment — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is here with advice on how to be better prepared before your next deployment
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How do you get a tank across a river? Check the Army’s special gear
Specialized boats are at the heart of the Army’s wet gap crossing technology. Check out one of the vessels at work.
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A heavy lift drone that can evacuate casualties? Meet the MULE.
A forthcoming drone from Amentum uses magnets to pick up and offload cargo, while carrying tech to mask its aerial signature. Learn about the MULE.
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New museum exhibit highlights female Marine teams
The Female Engagement Teams and “Lioness” units of Iraq and Afghanistan get spotlighted in a new wing of the Nationals Museum of the Marine Corps.
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Lockheed Martin locks up a $3.2 billion contract for new missiles
The blue chip defense contractor Lockheed gets the nod for anit-ship and air-to-ground missiles. Plus, more headlines from around the military.
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Why don’t troops use anti-obesity drugs more?
Following decades of “too fat to fight” issues across the services, medications are now available to help solve the problem. Why don’t troops take them more?
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United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan flies second certification mission
If the Space Force deems it a clean mission, the rocket could be certified to fly national security satellites in the coming weeks.
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Pentagon taps commercial vendors for low-cost, throwaway drones
Officials at the Defense Innovation Unit plan to hold a live flyoff demonstration as soon as December to evaluate the proposed systems.
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Defense tech companies can apply for Pentagon loans starting next year
The effort will help companies fund the construction and equipment needed to scale production of technologies the DOD deems critical to national security.