Science & Tech
US Blames Tech for Hospital Strike. But There’s More To The Story
The redacted investigation report reveals that the AC-130U crew got disoriented, ignored rules of engagement, and didn’t listen to a warning.
Ideas
Leave Root Causes Aside—Destroy the ISIS ‘State’
Of course it would be daunting to solve the conflicts the Islamic State feeds on. But that isn’t, or shouldn’t be, the mission.
Science & Tech
The Supreme Court Just Expanded the FBI's Hacking Powers
The new changes will go into effect in December unless Congress votes to override them, which doesn't appear likely.
Science & Tech
The Future of Intelligence Sharing Is Coming Together in the Syrian War
Fifteen years after 9/11, America's intelligence community finally has a rapid, modern sharing system.
Threats
The NSA Has No Idea How Many Americans It’s Spying On
Lawmakers, who are being asked to approve FBI access to wiretapped data, want some basic answers first.
Ideas
Wishing for a US-Made Heavy Lift Rocket Won’t Make It So
If Congress really wants to ditch Russia’s RD-180 engine, it needs to fund the research — and get ready to wait.
Science & Tech
The Increasingly Automated Hunt for Mobile Missile Launchers
The trick is training computers to filter the normal from an ocean of imagery, alert human analysts sparingly, and learn from their feedback.
Defense Systems
Despite advanced threats, DOD still banking on drones
While unmanned aerial systems could be rendered ineffective against more advanced adversaries, Defense Secretary Carter told Congress that the department will continue to invest in these platforms, which will play a role in deterring nations like Russia.
Defense Systems
ARL looks west to spur innovation
The Army Research Lab is following the lead of the Defense Department and establishing an office on the West Coast to link up with the tech sector.
Defense Systems
Internet of Things poses (manageable) cyber problems
Despite the vulnerabilities of increasingly connected devices, national security experts outlined manageable ways to curb these concerns.
Policy
Trump Makes His Own Head Spin Talking Foreign Policy
The Republican front-runner delivered his most scripted address yet laying out what he called his 'consistent' and 'unpredictable' national security ambitions.
Ideas
Obama Drops Rhetoric as Assad Drops Barrel Bombs
As long as Syrian civilians are on the bullseye, nothing will be accomplished at peace talks.
Defense Systems
DARPA seeks man-machine teaming to take manufacturing to the next level
The agency is looking for innovative mathematical solutions in manufacturing to leverage advances in new technologies such as additive manufacturing.
Ideas
What’s Wrong with Obama’s National Security Council?
An insider sorts the solid critiques from the amnesiac complaints.
Defense Systems