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Systems, not silver bullets, are key to victory in the Pacific: SOCPAC chief
Specifically, integrated systems that can disrupt the enemy, Maj. Gen. VanAntwerp said.
PacFleet is rushing to create new capabilities, operating concepts
Adm. Koehler: “It might sound to you like we’re building the airplane while we fly it. That is no accident.”
With cautious optimism, some defense firms lock in on prototypes to drive demand
Could the “Field of Dreams” mantra—if you build it, they will buy—help the Pentagon buy smarter, faster?
Army to test next-gen C2 prototype for the second time since July contract award
How the service is revamping not just its command and control software, but how it develops systems in general.
Dismount before contact: Learning to fight with the infantry squad vehicle
How the Army is adapting to protect soldiers in its new open-air dune buggy.
Anduril debuts Eagle Eye, a modular, AI-powered soldier headset
One variant is being pitched for the Army’s Soldier Borne Mission Command program.
Silicon Valley in St. Louis?
With the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency as its north star, a non-profit is working to get defense tech to put down roots in the Midwest.
How the rapid pace of AI connects to China’s threats toward Taiwan
A hearing Wednesday explored why Taiwanese chips are more prized than ever.
Drone boats, new landing craft get Army Pacific tryouts
The service is looking for better ways to protect its waterborne forces.
This Ukrainian startup has re-invented drone swarming
Collaborative drone swarms that bring together kamikaze drones and wheeled robot grenade launchers could be coming to a battlefield near you.
Anduril and Palantir-backed startup Rivet go head-to-head in soldier virtual display competition
The Army awarded more than $350M for the Soldier Borne Mission Command program this month.
Army picks startup Rivet to build AI-enabled soldier glasses
Anduril and Meta will also reportedly team up to make a prototype.
The big threat left out of Xi’s parade: China’s weaponized AI startups
After militarizing civilian ships, China’s doing the same with dual-use AI companies.
Ukraine’s milestone shows drones prevent defeat, but don’t secure victory
Drone innovation is speeding up, but war has not followed. Is this the future?
Iron Man in the Himalayas? China’s PLA embraces exoskeletons
Lightweight frames that run on power tool batteries are no longer just sci-fi.
Test your arms and gear in Ukraine, NATO’s military chief urges companies
“Find the right partners,” said Gen. Grynkewich, “and get up there and do some real-world testing.”
DIU leader exits, leaving behind a blueprint for faster tech
Doug Beck submitted his resignation Friday.
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The Army wants AI to aid in vehicle repairs
Alex Miller, the service’s chief tech officer, talks plans to use large language models and smart glasses for vehicle maintenance.
DARPA wants to hook tomorrow's quantum gear into today's networks
The field's "black sheep" is crucial to realizing promises of better sensors and safer data, program director says.
Pentagon readies new battery strategy amid growing drone demands
Expect the sensitive document to be released in early 2026.
