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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’s cooking in the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab?
The rapid advancement of drone technology is ruling the day across the military – find out how the Marines are working to stay ahead of the curve.
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Does the Navy need sailors? A look at the future of unmanned ships
How must the Navy evolve to become the unmanned force of the future? It has to change its culture experts say at Defense News Conference 2024.
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Updated status on one of U.S. military’s greatest weapons: money
House Armed Services Committee Vice Chair Rep. Rob Wittman visited Defense News Conference 2024 for an update on Congress’ progress on military budget issues.
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Production scaling woes delay next Space Development Agency launches
Delays are primarily linked to financial troubles among some vendors who have struggled to scale their production capacity.
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Defense News Conference: The Navy’s Unmanned Vehicle Expansion
In this Defense News Conference panel, Navy experts discuss the expansion of unmanned vehicles and how they are shaping the future of maritime warfare.
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Defense News Conference: Discussion with Corey Heritage, SourceAmerica
In this Defense News Conference session, SourceAmerica’s Corey Heritage discusses personnel challenges in the U.S. military.
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Fireside chat: Lt. Gen. John Morrison
In this fireside chat at Defense News Conference, Lt. Gen. John Morrison, deputy chief of staff, cyber, U.S. Army, discusses network modernization.
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Future Ready Air Force: The Hon. Andrew Hunter and Gen. James Slife
U.S. Air Force Secretary The Hon. Andrew Hunter and Vice Chief of Staff Gen. James Slife discuss the future-ready Air Force.
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Lunch Panel: Redefining the Workforce for Veterans and Their Families
In this Defense News Conference session, panelists discuss the challenges to effective workplace policies for hiring and retaining veterans and their spouses.
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Space Infrastructure: Dr. Derek Tournear, Director, Space Development Agency
In this Defense News Conference session, Space Development Agency Director Dr. Derek Tournear discusses space infrastructure needs.
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Space Development Agency’s first satellites demo key capabilities
This week’s test involved two satellites, built by SpaceX, exchanging data via a laser-communication link.
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Army Modernization: The Hon. Christine Wormuth
The Hon. Christine Wormuth, Secretary of the United States Army, discusses the Army’s modernization efforts at the 2024 Defense News Conference.













