Science & Tech
DISA Reshuffle Shines a Spotlight on Cyber
The Defense Information Systems Agency looks a little different following a reorganization effort announced Monday. By Frank Konkel
Threats
Why It Remains Difficult To Shut Down Jihadist Propaganda Online
Online companies are struggling to figure out how to balance free speech with promoting extremist content and propaganda, and it is not easy. By Heather Timmons
Ideas
Pro-Islamic State Group Hacks US Military Twitter, YouTube Accounts
Twitter Jihadists rejoice as CENTCOM suffers an embarrassing day on social media. By Patrick Tucker
Science & Tech
The Very Real Future of Iron Man Suits for the Navy
Exoskeleton technology for dismounted soldiers is limited by power constraints that don’t exist on ships. By Patrick Tucker
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The Pentagon Moves To Tie Up Loose Ends on Its Network Security
The Defense Information Systems Agency is looking for “novel” approaches to secure the millions of devices connected to the Pentagon’s computer networks. By Jack Moore
Science & Tech
Possible $11 Billion Contract At Stake for the Pentagon's Digital Health Records
The multi-billion dollar deal to overhaul the Pentagon’s electronic health records system will be one of the most significant government contracts awarded in 2015. By Frank Konkel
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Did the Pentagon's Switch to the Cloud Actually Save Money?
The Defense Department's inspector general wants to know if its recent switch to cloud computing is paying off. By Frank Konkel
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The CIA Has a Problem With Biometric Surveillance
The growing use of digital fingerprint matching at European airports troubles Langley. By Aliya Sternstein
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Google Says 2015 Will Be the 'Moment' To Reform NSA Spying
Despite a crushing defeat this year, the search giant is already preparing to push surveillance reform in Congress next year. By Dustin Volz
Science & Tech
Will the Flak Jacket of the Future Include Organic Sensors?
Organic sensors could revolutionize the battlefield and military health. By Patrick Tucker
Science & Tech
Upgrades Will Let the Navy’s LCS Operate in More Dangerous Waters
The Pentagon approves a plan to upgrade the Navy’s littoral combat ships with more firepower and defensive equipment, but is it enough? By Marcus Weisgerber and Patrick Tucker
Science & Tech
V-22 Osprey Could Get Some Serious Firepower
The Bell-Boeing V-22 Osprey has relied on its agility to defend itself, but forward-firing rockets could give the tiltrotor more lethal firepower. By Marcus Weisgerber
Science & Tech
America's Spies Want To Build an Even More Super Supercomputer
The Intelligence Community's research arm is directing scientists to build a system that could make America the frontrunner in world supercomputing. By Frank Konkel
Science & Tech
The Pentagon Wants You To Tell Them What To Invest in for the Future
The military is on the hunt for the next big tech breakthrough. Here’s how to help. By Patrick Tucker
Policy
Last-Minute Pitches for NSA Reform Fail To Gain Consensus
After a recent Senate defeat, the tech industry, privacy groups and reform-minded lawmakers are clamoring to salvage portions of the USA Patriot Act. By Brendan Sasso and Dustin Volz
Science & Tech
This Robot Military Supply Helicopter Could Soon Be Fighting Wildfires
The K-Max has performed well in supplying troops in Afghanistan. Now it could help fight fires around the world. By Patrick Tucker
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The Environmentally Friendly Drone That Could 'Disappear' on the Battlefield
If this surveillance drone crashes, it's creators say it could decompose before an enemy could find it. By Shirley Li
Science & Tech
This US Navy Ship Is Now Armed With a Drone-Killing Laser Beam
No one knows if the weapons system will actually work in actual warfare, but the laser's deployment allows for rigorous testing. By Matt Phillips
Threats
Here’s What ISIS Recruits Ask Before Joining Up for Jihad
The website Ask.fm has become a popular forum for Islamic State militants to talk about what life is really like inside the extremist group. By Joanna Paraszczuk
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