Ideas
What’s Old Is New Again: It’s the Free World Vs. Neo-Authoritarians
The U.S. must abandon the notion of a liberal world order, and get to work deterring those who would bring down democracy.
Threats
Japan’s New Ship-Based Interceptor Shoots Down a Ballistic Missile in Test
It’s the fifth successful test of Japan’s ability to intercept ballistic missiles from warships.
Ideas
Congress Wants a Space-Based Missile Defense System. That’s a Colossally Bad Idea
A provision in the 2019 defense authorization act orders the Pentagon to start development.
Defense Systems
DARPA kicks off $2B AI initiative
The “AI Next” campaign aims to transform computers from specialized tools to partners with contextual reasoning capabilities.
Threats
The 'War on Terror' Still Grows in Somalia
“Drone strikes may have a purpose, but they are no substitute for a political strategy.”
Ideas
Stuck Fighting the Last War
It’s 2011—not 2001—that defines the challenge facing the United States and its allies in combatting jihadism.
Science & Tech
The Military Now Has Tooth Mics For Invisible, Hands-Free Radio Calls
The future of battlefield communications is resting comfortably near your back gums.
Defense Systems
DISA announces Encore III small business awards
The Defense Information Systems Agency makes 20 awards against its $17.5 billion Encore III contract for broad enterprise IT services.
Ideas
How to Dampen Escalation Risks As Cyber-Attack Rules Loosen
Create standing rules of engagement and maintain the dual-hatted NSA/CyberCommand.
Policy
Republicans Balk at Democrats’ Pledge to Snub Hackers
So far, only House Democrats have chosen to hold themselves publicly accountable for how they plan to handle any stolen documents that come their way.
Defense Systems
DOD makes third round of IAC MAC awards
The Defense Department makes its last awards against a potential nine-year, $28 billion technology R&D contract.
Ideas
Welcome, Class of 2022: Last of the Pre-9/11 Cohort
Your arrival reminds us all to do more to connect America’s citizens to their country’s wars, and its civilians to its veterans.
Ideas
The Weaponization of Everything
So far, the U.S. has mustered no response to China’s and Russia’s widening assault on America’s global stature.
Science & Tech
Dulles Airport Surprises Passengers with Facial-Recognition Boarding
Airport officials rolled out the system expecting to increase security and decrease boarding times.
Ideas
Deploy the Next-Gen Missile-Defense Network in Pieces
Instead of waiting for full deployment, the Pentagon should roll out parts of its new command-and-control systems as they become ready.
Ideas
What Next for US-India Military Ties?
A new agreement between top U.S. and Indian officials will deepen military cooperation and bolster strategic ties between the two countries.
Ideas