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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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Pentagon begins awarding contracts for next round of Replicator
Since Replicator’s inception, the Pentagon has awarded contracts for 30 different hardware and software efforts with more than 50 major subcontracts.
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Pentagon chief technologist argues case for rapid experimentation fund
The Pentagon’s CTO said Wednesday the Rapid Defense Experimentation Reserve plays a key role in prioritizing experimentation for joint requirements.
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Air Force Research Lab eyes space data transport demo in 2026
The Air Force Research Lab is working with the Space Warfighting Analysis Center and the Defense Innovation Unit to test space data transport concepts.
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What’s the Pentagon’s new Arctic strategy? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 8.3.24
The Department of Defense updates its plans for an Arctic defense strategy as the FDA weighs Ecstasy as a treatment for PTSD. Plus: Marines arm wrestling.
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Should I prioritize debt payoff or saving first? — Money Minute
In this episode of Money Minute, Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union explains how to decide between paying off debt or investing in savings first.
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Veteran says ecstasy helped his PTSD, but FDA is unmoved
After years of failed treatment, one veteran says ecstasy, or MDMA, eased his PTSD symptoms. But a recent FDA panel quashed its chance of approval.
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Pentagon unveils new Arctic defense strategy
With the presence of China and Russia growing in the far north, the U.S. looks for new ways to defend its Arctic interests. Here’s what’s in the new plan.
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New study says the U.S. is not ready for a major war
Slow procurement processes, ineffective Congress and lack of knowledge in the general public are factors a new study says makes the U.S. unprepared for war.
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Israel moves to strengthen defense production amid boycott calls
Calls to boycott the sale of ammunition to Israel have led to a push to strengthen production independence.
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UK launches global MQ-9B drone users’ club for allies
The drone program is growing rapidly, as it initially included six nations and now comprises ten.
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Air Force picks five firms to build autonomy package for drone wingmen
The Air Force plans to field at least 1,000 of the drones by the late 2030s.
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What did the Gaza pier mission accomplish? | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 7.27.24
An in-depth look at the Gaza pier mission, and its ups and downs. Plus, how Project 2025 would impact troops and veterans if implemented.