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fromTheregister
9 hours ago

The DoD has a new AI strategy: Let the private sector do it

"Leveraging commercially available solutions into an integrated capabilities approach will accelerate the use of advanced AI as part of our Joint mission essential tasks," said CDAO Chief Digital and AI Officer Doug Matty.
Artificial intelligence
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Big Tech takes advantage of Trump's whims

The proposed U.S. defense budget for 2025 is $1 trillion, equivalent to Spain's GDP, highlighting the significant financial commitment to defense in light of global tensions.
US politics
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Navy backs right to repair after $13B carrier goes half-fed

Phelan highlighted that a significant portion of repair difficulties arises from restrictive vendor contracts, making basic fixes costly and time-consuming for the Navy's operational equipment.
Tech industry
Women in technology
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Microsoft says its Azure and AI tech hasn't harmed people in Gaza

Microsoft's review found no evidence linking its technology to harm in Gaza, but employee protests continue amid concerns over military contracts.
UK politics
fromTheregister
2 months ago

The UK's military spending less with US biz, more with Euro

The UK's MOD is shifting defense spending from US to European contractors, with significant growth in expenditure with local firms.
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Women in technology
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

I've Worked at Google for Decades. I'm Sickened by What It's Doing.

The author's sentiment towards Google has shifted from pride to heartbreak over its military contracts and treatment of workers.
Google has increasingly involved itself in military contracts, leading to significant employee protests and retaliation.
Women in technology
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

I've Worked at Google for Decades. I'm Sickened by What It's Doing.

The author's sentiment towards Google has shifted from pride to heartbreak over its military contracts and treatment of workers.
Google has increasingly involved itself in military contracts, leading to significant employee protests and retaliation.
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Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Anduril beat 9 competitors to snag a $642 million anti-drone contract for the US Marine Corps

Anduril secured a $642 million deal with the Marine Corps for anti-drone technology to combat smaller unmanned drones.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Defense tech startup Epirus raises $250M Series D to counter drone swarms | TechCrunch

Epirus raised $250 million in Series D funding to strengthen its anti-drone technology and expand its market presence.
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