Policy
White House Wants to Bake Security Into New IT Projects
Trump’s top cybersecurity advisor has been tapped to help son-in-law Kushner ensure security is built into any new government tools from the beginning.
Defense Systems
Lockheed to add air defense to AN/TPQ-53 counter-fire radar
Short range air defense capabilities will be added to the counter-fire and counter-drone surveillance functions of the Army’s Lockheed AN/TPQ-53 counter-fire radar system.
Ideas
South Sudan Needs UN Help. Will Trump’s Ambassador Lead the Way?
The magnitude of the war’s human cost now dwarfs nearly every other global conflict, with the exception of Syria.
Defense Systems
Air Force, AT&T sensor network protects bases
The Air Force has begun a pilot program that uses infrared sensors and wireless cell phone technologies to secure base perimeters.
Threats
ISIS-in-Afghanistan Is Losing Recruits to Other Groups, US Officials Say
SecDef Mattis says he’s made no decision on adding troops, but warns of a confrontation if Russia continues to arm the Taliban.
Defense Systems
The Air Force upgrades its missile early warning systems
Harris Inc. will provide system engineering and software support as the Air Force’s advanced array missile detection radar systems receive improved communication, tracking, and identification capabilities.
Defense Systems
Navy fast-tracks new mine-hunting surface drone
The latest Navy unmanned surface counter-mine system will begin developmental testing with plans to integrate enhanced minehunting sonar technology.
Defense Systems
Navy approves testing for unmanned minesweeping system
The latest Navy unmanned surface counter-mine system will begin developmental testing with plans to integrate enhanced minehunting sonar technology.
Policy
With Mattis Visiting, Netanyahu Applauds Trump’s Military Strikes
Israeli security leaders and U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis blamed Iran for backing an “axis of evil” from Hezbollah to Pyongyang.
Science & Tech
The Pentagon’s Bug Bounty Program Should Be Expanded to Bases, DOD Official Says
The ‘best and brightest’ hackers could accelerate the search for vulnerabilities across some of the Defense Department’s broader critical infrastructure.
Defense Systems
The Navy tests new augmented reality helmet, automation
2017 Trident Warrior exercise will offer a chance for sailors to operate cutting edge naval warfare technology.
Threats
Hawaii’s Renewed Jitters About Nukes
The state is asking the Department of Defense to help it prepare for a nuclear attack, amid escalating tensions between the United States and North Korea.
Threats
Syria’s War Has Been a ‘Goldmine’ for North Korea—and Don’t Expect It to Change Anytime Soon
Weapons from North Korea have ended up in Syria, ultimately enriching the Kim regime and prolonging Bashar al-Assad’s grip on power.
Ideas
Inside NASA's Plan to Protect the Planet from a Massive Asteroid
In 2016, NASA established a new office for working with the Air Force, Defense Department, and FEMA to prevent speeding asteroids from impacting the Earth.
Defense Systems