Ideas
Over There, and Overlooked
The centennial of the First World War is slipping past unnoticed in the United States, despite its persistent legacy.
Science & Tech
The CIA Has Been Trying for Years To Hack Your iPhone
New documents from Edward Snowden reveal a decade-long CIA push to break Apple’s encryption protections.
Policy
Bob Menendez Pressures White House on Ukraine as Charges Loom
With his political future in question, the senator from New Jersey isn’t backing down on criticizing the administration's handling of the crisis in Ukraine.
Policy
Why Obama's ISIS War Powers Request Is Going Nowhere
A month after the White House released a new draft to authorize military force against the Islamic State, the measure hasn't gained support in either chamber or party.
Defense Systems
Army streamlines updates to its tactical network
Tool suite allow units to make changes on the go, rather than waiting for a 'set in stone' disc.
Science & Tech
In Ukraine, Tomorrow’s Drone War Is Alive Today
A crowd-funded arms race is taking over Ukraine from the air.
Policy
Pacific Command’s Adm. Locklear Shortlisted for Joint Chiefs Chairman
PACOM commander Adm. Samuel Locklear asked to delay retirement so Carter can consider him for chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Science & Tech
The Pentagon's Satellite Spies Are Aiming for the Arctic
National Geospatial Intelligence Agency director Robert Cardillo sees the North Pole as the future nexus of geopolitical tensions.
Science & Tech
Tech Companies Should Cooperate on National Security Spying
Technology firms are implementing high end encryption that could derail efforts to track terrorists. The White House should push back against this trend.
Science & Tech
DOD Finally Picks Permanent Chief Information Officer
Terry Halvorsen, who has been the acting chief since May 2014, now has the helm of the department's $36 billion IT budget.
Science & Tech
Defense Firm Called Isis Wins $7 Million Pentagon Cyber Contract
A little-known Virginia startup company with an unfortunate name will help Pentagon analysts sift through big data research to track threats.
Threats
Boko Haram's Turn to ISIS Reflects a Terrorist Group In Retreat, Analysts Say
Boko Haram is dangerous, but any new allegiance with the Islamic State will not necessarily make them stronger or more effective.
Defense Systems
25 teams in finals for DARPA's high-risk Robotics Challenge
The tethers are off and teams from seven countries are ready to throw down in the highly anticipated competition.
Defense Systems
Army cyber chief cites 'exponential' growth in cyber force
The command's multi-component approach also includes teams from the Reserves and National Guard.
Threats
Why Are Foreign Fighters Joining ISIS?
Foreign fighters participate in some of ISIS' 'worst acts,' but there isn't one clear explanation on why they join the battle in the first place.
Science & Tech
CIA Restructuring Adds New Cyber Focus
CIA Director John Brennan announced a ‘huge’ change in the way the agency does business, adding special emphasis on the digital world.
Science & Tech
More Robots Prepare for the Military’s Robotics World Cup
It’s the US vs. China, Japan, Italy in the military’s robot super competition.
Threats