Threats
US military still flying Ospreys after deadly crash off Japanese coast
One of the eight airmen aboard has been declared dead, DOD says.
Policy
Does the US have what it takes to keep its nuclear edge?
A congressional panel highlights its concerns about infrastructure, the industrial base, keeping up with Russia, and staying ahead of China.
Defense Systems
Anduril unveils jet-powered interceptor designed to down enemy drones, missiles
The company says the U.S. government has operationally tested the weapon.
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Business
NATO innovation accelerator announces first class of startups to get help
The alliance is looking to support tech development on the European side of the Atlantic.
Business
Pentagon to give Pratt & Whitney sole-source F-35 engine upgrade work
Company declares itself on track to deliver preliminary design for January review.
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Ideas
We have China’s ‘anti-access’ challenge exactly backward
Stronger regional security depends on getting this right—then setting aside our wants for our needs.
Science & Tech
DHS aims to lead in fight against ‘adversarial’ AI
The Homeland Security Department is already putting artificial-intelligence tools to use—largely against AI-powered threats.
Voices
Policy
AI has a political problem
The military is growing increasingly enthusiastic about AI. The public, less so.
Defense Systems
A key Pentagon data link can now talk to satellites—but not in the USA
A Link 16-to-space demonstration abroad went well. Could FAA approval for domestic tests be next?
Policy
US military to fly aid to Gazans as WH warns of next phase of war
The assistance is “nowhere near enough” to meet the need, administration acknowledges.
Policy
US, UK publish guidance for secure-by-design AI
The first-of-its-kind international effort aims to set standards for cybersecurity in artificial-intelligence software.
Business
In race to make artillery shells, US, EU see different results
DOD’s early success may founder on Congressional inaction, while Europe’s private firms await orders.
Science & Tech
L3Harris eyes 2025 for F-16 EW production
Viper Shield will enable international customers to detect more than one enemy.
Defense Systems
US Navy: ‘Non-kinetic effects’ will likely decide the next war
The service’s new cyber strategy lays out lines of effort for a new era of warfare.
Science & Tech
Can troops with 3D printers save the Pentagon’s mass-drone vision?
Big defense contractors aren’t jumping at the chance to make cheap drones. It might be up to the troops.
Business
‘We’re staying away from Gaza’: Palpable silence at the Dubai Air Show
As Israel-Hamas war rages, officials and exhibitors steered clear of the topic.
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