Threats
Lawmakers Demand US Military Carry Out Pretend Cyber War Against China, Russia
In an unprecedented move tucked into the defense authorization bill, Congress ordered U.S. Cyber Command to carry out simulated 'war games' against Russia, China, Iran and North Korea.
Threats
France Vows 'Merciless' Response to ISIS-Claimed Attacks in Paris
The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the coordinated attacks that killed at least 129 people. President Francois Hollande called the attacks an 'act of war.'
Threats
US Air Strike Hits ISIS in Libya, Chief Presumed Dead
The U.S. airstrike in the Libyan front was underway before the Paris attacks began, stressed a senior U.S. official.
Business
Fate of Pentagon War Budget Left to Obama’s Successor
The Obama administration will submit its final budget to Congress in February, a spending plan that will include tens of billions of dollars for a 15-year-old war in Afghanistan and a new war against ISIS.
Policy
The Mindless Logic of Republican Foreign Policy
A country’s strength isn’t measured by how many bombs it drops, or how many armies it funds.
Policy
An Emerging US 'Drone Hub' Is Making New Yorkers Nervous
The unmanned-aircraft industry could help to revive a struggling region. But what are the consequences?
Ideas
Cuban, US Ties Form Aboard US Military’s Hospital Ship
Thanks to the new open U.S. policy toward Cuba, the work done aboard the hospital ship USNS Comfort heals more than bodies.
Defense Systems
Bomb lab acquires D-Wave quantum computer
Los Alamos National Laboratory, which helps oversee the U.S. nuclear stockpile, will use the D-Wave machine to study "quantum annealing."
Defense Systems
Air Force to ID targets by their vibrations
The VIBE program will use laser-Doppler technology to identify factors such as engine type and engine speed, even the number of cylinders a vehicle has.
Business
Eyes On Target ‘Not Required’ For Airstrikes Like the One On Kunduz Hospital
Military gunships are loaded with expensive sensors to hit targets. But that’s not the same as knowing what to hit.
Business
Congress Orders $200M Antivirus Scan for the Pentagon's Major Weapons
Buried in the 2016 National Defense Authorization Act is a section requiring evaluations of cyber vulnerabilities in U.S. military weapon systems.
Ideas
Rand Paul Has a Point: How Much Defense Spending is Enough for GOP?
The next GOP debate could find even more substance by making candidates answer Paul’s question to the conservative movement.
Threats
Russia: We Didn't Mean to Show Everyone Our Massive New Nuclear Torpedo
After airing images on two state-run TV stations, Putin's spokesman said in the future, authorities would 'undoubtedly take preventive measures so this does not happen again.'
Policy
Intelligence Whistleblowers Need More Protection, Advocate Group Argues
A new report criticizes the White House for its heavy use of the 1917 Espionage Act amid complaints of retaliation against whistleblowers in the Defense and Justice Departments.
Defense Systems
For the military, the Internet of Things isn't about 'things'
It's all about culture and organization, not technical issues, retired Gen. James Cartwright said during a speech at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
Defense Systems
US Transcom looking for IT help with joint command
The Transportation Command is in search of various IT related tasks for the Joint Enabling Capabilities Command.
Defense Systems
Army looking for help in defending against small UAS
In a recent solicitation, the Army asks for assistance in detecting and identifying drones of less than 20 pounds.
Science & Tech