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U.S. Navy looks to snatch 'victory from the jaws of defeat' by transforming stealthy ship into hypersonic weapons platform

The USS Zumwalt is being retrofitted to become the U.S. Navy's first shipborne hypersonic weapons platform, enhancing its combat capabilities.

Inside Ukraine's Killer-Drone Startup Industry

Ukraine improvising drones for combat with extended capabilities like remote detonation.

Ukrainians developing advanced drone technology with AI for future military applications.

Defcon AI closes $44M seed round to solve a problem of 'maximum complexity': Military logistics | TechCrunch

Defcon AI aims to revolutionize military operations planning with advanced software that optimizes resource allocation in crisis situations.

ARX Robotics unveils AI OS that transforms military vehicles into autonomous units - Silicon Canals

ARX Mithra OS enables military vehicles to become interconnected autonomous units, enhancing operational capabilities and safety while reducing manpower needs.

This killer drone is designed to be thrown like a football

Xdown is developing a unique kamikaze drone, the P.S. Killer, for rapid deployment and autonomous targeting.

White House tells intelligence agencies: Use more AI

The memo prioritizes AI integration in US military to counter adversaries and ensure responsible governance of its application.

U.S. Navy looks to snatch 'victory from the jaws of defeat' by transforming stealthy ship into hypersonic weapons platform

The USS Zumwalt is being retrofitted to become the U.S. Navy's first shipborne hypersonic weapons platform, enhancing its combat capabilities.

Inside Ukraine's Killer-Drone Startup Industry

Ukraine improvising drones for combat with extended capabilities like remote detonation.

Ukrainians developing advanced drone technology with AI for future military applications.

Defcon AI closes $44M seed round to solve a problem of 'maximum complexity': Military logistics | TechCrunch

Defcon AI aims to revolutionize military operations planning with advanced software that optimizes resource allocation in crisis situations.

ARX Robotics unveils AI OS that transforms military vehicles into autonomous units - Silicon Canals

ARX Mithra OS enables military vehicles to become interconnected autonomous units, enhancing operational capabilities and safety while reducing manpower needs.

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Zelenskyy says Ukraine carried out its first test of a new weapon, its first ballistic missile

Ukraine's first homemade ballistic missile test signifies a critical advance in its military capabilities amidst ongoing conflict.

Y Combinator's first bet on weapons eyes a U.S.-China war and SpaceX playbook

Y Combinator is now supporting a weapons maker aiming to create smaller, cheaper anti-ship missiles to address current military needs in conflict situations.

The ax has become an important part of the Space Force's arsenal

The U.S. military is shifting towards new defense companies for innovative technologies and contracts.

Zelenskyy says Ukraine carried out its first test of a new weapon, its first ballistic missile

Ukraine's first homemade ballistic missile test signifies a critical advance in its military capabilities amidst ongoing conflict.

Y Combinator's first bet on weapons eyes a U.S.-China war and SpaceX playbook

Y Combinator is now supporting a weapons maker aiming to create smaller, cheaper anti-ship missiles to address current military needs in conflict situations.

The ax has become an important part of the Space Force's arsenal

The U.S. military is shifting towards new defense companies for innovative technologies and contracts.

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This Ukrainian tech company is working to beat Russia's electronic warfare without hard-wiring drones to an operator

Sine.Engineering is advancing drone technology to counteract Russian electronic warfare, focusing on non-GPS navigation and improved operator-drone communication.

An army of startups to shore up Ukraine's defense (and without Trump's help)

Ukrainian innovation drives military technology development amid Russian invasion.

Ukrainian drones to dodge Russian jamming with GPS alternative

Sine.Engineering has developed a new satellite-free navigation system for drones to counteract Russian electronic warfare.

Ukraine is making a new drone called Sting that flies faster than 100 mph to kill Russia's Iranian Shahed drones: report

Wild Hornets is developing the Sting drone, meant to counter the Shahed-136 loitering munitions targeting Ukraine.

Russia appears to be using wired, unjammable fiber-optic drones that could fix a big problem its operators have faced in this war

Russia's new drones utilize fiber-optic cables to enhance guidance and combat effectiveness, immune to jamming, advancing the drone technology arms race.

This Ukrainian tech company is working to beat Russia's electronic warfare without hard-wiring drones to an operator

Sine.Engineering is advancing drone technology to counteract Russian electronic warfare, focusing on non-GPS navigation and improved operator-drone communication.

An army of startups to shore up Ukraine's defense (and without Trump's help)

Ukrainian innovation drives military technology development amid Russian invasion.

Ukrainian drones to dodge Russian jamming with GPS alternative

Sine.Engineering has developed a new satellite-free navigation system for drones to counteract Russian electronic warfare.

Ukraine is making a new drone called Sting that flies faster than 100 mph to kill Russia's Iranian Shahed drones: report

Wild Hornets is developing the Sting drone, meant to counter the Shahed-136 loitering munitions targeting Ukraine.

Russia appears to be using wired, unjammable fiber-optic drones that could fix a big problem its operators have faced in this war

Russia's new drones utilize fiber-optic cables to enhance guidance and combat effectiveness, immune to jamming, advancing the drone technology arms race.

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See the Anduril and General Atomics drones the US Air Force just marked as the first-ever uncrewed fighter jets

The USAF has designated its first uncrewed fighter jets, YFQ-42A and YFQ-44A, as part of a next-generation program.

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Special ops cracked the code on a problem plaguing the US military: getting better weapons faster

Special operations forces possess an agile weapons acquisition process that exceeds traditional military methods, providing valuable lessons for the Pentagon.

Two programs suggest the Pentagon is getting better at buying technology

The Pentagon is improving cost efficiency and speed in acquiring AI technology with the Maven Smart System.

Special ops cracked the code on a problem plaguing the US military: getting better weapons faster

Special operations forces possess an agile weapons acquisition process that exceeds traditional military methods, providing valuable lessons for the Pentagon.

Two programs suggest the Pentagon is getting better at buying technology

The Pentagon is improving cost efficiency and speed in acquiring AI technology with the Maven Smart System.

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20 Incredible Facts About the Weapons Used in America's $32 Billion War

Global conflicts like WWI provide critical lessons in history that must be remembered to prevent future wars.

The U.S. used various funding methods during WWI, including taxes and bonds, to support war efforts.

Europe boosts military AI with alliance between Helsing and Mistral

Helsing and Mistral are partnering to enhance defence technology through AI systems at a pivotal summit in Paris.

#drone-warfare

A cheap Ukrainian drone managed to take out an $18 million Russian military helicopter: reports

Ukraine successfully downed a Russian Mi-28 helicopter using a cheap drone, showcasing innovative military tactics against Russian forces.

Drones are now launching drones to attack other drones in Ukraine

Ukraine is heavily investing in drone warfare innovations to counter Russia's larger military.

Mothership drones launch smaller attack drones, expanding their operational capabilities.

Ukraine's wild fire-breathing drones have started popping up all around the front lines, videos show

Ukrainian forces are innovatively using drones to deploy molten thermite against Russian positions, marking a significant tactical development in the conflict.

A cheap Ukrainian drone managed to take out an $18 million Russian military helicopter: reports

Ukraine successfully downed a Russian Mi-28 helicopter using a cheap drone, showcasing innovative military tactics against Russian forces.

Drones are now launching drones to attack other drones in Ukraine

Ukraine is heavily investing in drone warfare innovations to counter Russia's larger military.

Mothership drones launch smaller attack drones, expanding their operational capabilities.

Ukraine's wild fire-breathing drones have started popping up all around the front lines, videos show

Ukrainian forces are innovatively using drones to deploy molten thermite against Russian positions, marking a significant tactical development in the conflict.

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#nato

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,058

Ukraine is advancing its military technology with unmanned combat vehicles, highlighting innovation in warfare amidst rising tensions with Russia.

A historic security agreement was signed between the UK and Ukraine, indicating strong international support for Ukraine's sovereignty and future NATO membership.

Ukraine proves the West has to develop weapons faster and cheaper, even if they're not perfect: NATO chief

NATO needs to speed up weapon development and adopt a less perfectionist approach.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,058

Ukraine is advancing its military technology with unmanned combat vehicles, highlighting innovation in warfare amidst rising tensions with Russia.

A historic security agreement was signed between the UK and Ukraine, indicating strong international support for Ukraine's sovereignty and future NATO membership.

Ukraine proves the West has to develop weapons faster and cheaper, even if they're not perfect: NATO chief

NATO needs to speed up weapon development and adopt a less perfectionist approach.

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#quantum-technology

Consider the ethical impacts of quantum technologies in defence - before it's too late

Quantum technologies can significantly enhance national defense capabilities but also pose ethical and security risks.

Top secret lab is developing the UK's first quantum clock

A groundbreaking quantum clock is set to enhance British military precision and capabilities by 2029.

Consider the ethical impacts of quantum technologies in defence - before it's too late

Quantum technologies can significantly enhance national defense capabilities but also pose ethical and security risks.

Top secret lab is developing the UK's first quantum clock

A groundbreaking quantum clock is set to enhance British military precision and capabilities by 2029.

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#drones

Seeking low-cost technological solutions for the war in Ukraine

Ukrainian military teams are innovating low-cost tech solutions to maintain independence from foreign aid in their ongoing conflict with Russia.

Airdog's founders are back with a precision-strike drone meant for modern warfare | TechCrunch

The emergence of reusable drones for warfare reflects changing needs in military tech, particularly for smaller nations during conflicts like in Ukraine.

Ukraine expects the war to see exponentially more 'iron soldiers,' or ground drones with guns that can fill troop roles

Ground drones are set to significantly replace human soldiers in combat, driven by the need to protect lives.

Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt says human operators need to have 'meaningful control' of AI drones in warfare

Eric Schmidt envisions a future of warfare dominated by AI-controlled drones with essential human oversight.

Ukraine's drone teams are operating more like tech startups than military units

Ukraine's drone units resemble startups, focusing on innovation and technology to combat larger military forces.

In remote Texas, Anduril probes future of drone warfare

The U.S. military is rapidly integrating robotics and automation, with projections showing a significant transformation in operational capabilities within the next 10-15 years.

Seeking low-cost technological solutions for the war in Ukraine

Ukrainian military teams are innovating low-cost tech solutions to maintain independence from foreign aid in their ongoing conflict with Russia.

Airdog's founders are back with a precision-strike drone meant for modern warfare | TechCrunch

The emergence of reusable drones for warfare reflects changing needs in military tech, particularly for smaller nations during conflicts like in Ukraine.

Ukraine expects the war to see exponentially more 'iron soldiers,' or ground drones with guns that can fill troop roles

Ground drones are set to significantly replace human soldiers in combat, driven by the need to protect lives.

Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt says human operators need to have 'meaningful control' of AI drones in warfare

Eric Schmidt envisions a future of warfare dominated by AI-controlled drones with essential human oversight.

Ukraine's drone teams are operating more like tech startups than military units

Ukraine's drone units resemble startups, focusing on innovation and technology to combat larger military forces.

In remote Texas, Anduril probes future of drone warfare

The U.S. military is rapidly integrating robotics and automation, with projections showing a significant transformation in operational capabilities within the next 10-15 years.

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Palmer Luckey's Anduril is partnering with OpenAI on AI defense tech

OpenAI and Anduril's partnership enhances AI solutions for US defense against aerial threats, reflecting the urgent need for advancements in national security.

#us-navy

These Are the Future Ships and Submarines of the US Navy

The U.S. Navy is enhancing its capabilities with innovative ships and submarines, ensuring national security and power projection.

Zumwalt-class stealth destroyers may finally find purpose as hypersonic missile shooters

Zumwalt-class destroyers are technologically advanced but face serious challenges in armament and cost efficiency.

These Are the Future Ships and Submarines of the US Navy

The U.S. Navy is enhancing its capabilities with innovative ships and submarines, ensuring national security and power projection.

Zumwalt-class stealth destroyers may finally find purpose as hypersonic missile shooters

Zumwalt-class destroyers are technologically advanced but face serious challenges in armament and cost efficiency.

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#defense-spending

General in Charge of Nuclear Weapons Says Heck, Let's Add Some AI

The military is cautiously integrating AI into nuclear decision-making, maintaining human control.

AI is seen as a tool for enhancing military strategy rather than replacing human judgment.

This 100-Year-Old Weapon is Still Used by U.S. Troops

The U.S. military relies on both advanced and older weapon systems for various practical challenges, demonstrating a blend of innovation and historical reliance.

General in Charge of Nuclear Weapons Says Heck, Let's Add Some AI

The military is cautiously integrating AI into nuclear decision-making, maintaining human control.

AI is seen as a tool for enhancing military strategy rather than replacing human judgment.

This 100-Year-Old Weapon is Still Used by U.S. Troops

The U.S. military relies on both advanced and older weapon systems for various practical challenges, demonstrating a blend of innovation and historical reliance.

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Ukraine's changing up its Black Sea attacks on Russia with drone boats armed with machine guns and flying exploding drones

Ukraine demonstrates innovation in naval drone modifications, enhancing warfare capabilities against Russia's Black Sea Fleet. Innovations include outfitting drones with machine guns.

These Armored Tanks Decimated Axis Forces During WWII

The U.S. accelerated military innovation during WWII, leading to significant advancements in tank design, notably the evolution of the M4 Sherman tank.

With unusual new shields, Ukraine's US-made Abrams tanks and Bradleys are taking hits but surviving, armorer says

U.S. armored vehicles in Ukraine are active targets, necessitating innovation in protective measures against evolving threats.

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt says the US military is falling behind in AI warfare and needs a 'systemic overhaul'

AI technology is fundamentally changing warfare, necessitating a significant overhaul of the US military to maintain global dominance.

South Koreans once chipped in for fighter jets. Now, they make their own.

South Korea's evolution from a poor nation to a major weapons producer marks significant technological and economic growth.

America's X-37B vs. China's Shenlong: Top space planes and their shadowy role in orbital war

Space planes like the X-37B and Shenlong may redefine military strategy, as they enhance surveillance capabilities and operational superiority in space.

From recycling to food: Can we eat plastic-munching microbes?

DARPA is exploring innovative food wrappers and plastic waste recycling solutions that could potentially transform military logistics and address global plastic pollution.

In Ukraine, We Saw a Glimpse of the Future of War

Start-up technology like Capella Space is reshaping the landscape of great-power conflict by providing advanced satellite imagery for public use.

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This killer drone is designed to be thrown like a football

White House tells intelligence agencies: Use more AI

U.S. Navy looks to snatch 'victory from the jaws of defeat' by transforming stealthy ship into hypersonic weapons platform

Inside Ukraine's Killer-Drone Startup Industry

Defcon AI closes $44M seed round to solve a problem of 'maximum complexity': Military logistics | TechCrunch

ARX Robotics unveils AI OS that transforms military vehicles into autonomous units - Silicon Canals

This killer drone is designed to be thrown like a football

White House tells intelligence agencies: Use more AI

U.S. Navy looks to snatch 'victory from the jaws of defeat' by transforming stealthy ship into hypersonic weapons platform

Inside Ukraine's Killer-Drone Startup Industry

Defcon AI closes $44M seed round to solve a problem of 'maximum complexity': Military logistics | TechCrunch

ARX Robotics unveils AI OS that transforms military vehicles into autonomous units - Silicon Canals

Zelenskyy says Ukraine carried out its first test of a new weapon, its first ballistic missile

Y Combinator's first bet on weapons eyes a U.S.-China war and SpaceX playbook

The ax has become an important part of the Space Force's arsenal

Zelenskyy says Ukraine carried out its first test of a new weapon, its first ballistic missile

Y Combinator's first bet on weapons eyes a U.S.-China war and SpaceX playbook

The ax has become an important part of the Space Force's arsenal

This Ukrainian tech company is working to beat Russia's electronic warfare without hard-wiring drones to an operator

An army of startups to shore up Ukraine's defense (and without Trump's help)

Ukrainian drones to dodge Russian jamming with GPS alternative

Ukraine is making a new drone called Sting that flies faster than 100 mph to kill Russia's Iranian Shahed drones: report

Russia appears to be using wired, unjammable fiber-optic drones that could fix a big problem its operators have faced in this war

This Ukrainian tech company is working to beat Russia's electronic warfare without hard-wiring drones to an operator

An army of startups to shore up Ukraine's defense (and without Trump's help)

Ukrainian drones to dodge Russian jamming with GPS alternative

Ukraine is making a new drone called Sting that flies faster than 100 mph to kill Russia's Iranian Shahed drones: report

Russia appears to be using wired, unjammable fiber-optic drones that could fix a big problem its operators have faced in this war

See the Anduril and General Atomics drones the US Air Force just marked as the first-ever uncrewed fighter jets

Special ops cracked the code on a problem plaguing the US military: getting better weapons faster

Two programs suggest the Pentagon is getting better at buying technology

Special ops cracked the code on a problem plaguing the US military: getting better weapons faster

Two programs suggest the Pentagon is getting better at buying technology

20 Incredible Facts About the Weapons Used in America's $32 Billion War

Europe boosts military AI with alliance between Helsing and Mistral

A cheap Ukrainian drone managed to take out an $18 million Russian military helicopter: reports

Drones are now launching drones to attack other drones in Ukraine

Ukraine's wild fire-breathing drones have started popping up all around the front lines, videos show

A cheap Ukrainian drone managed to take out an $18 million Russian military helicopter: reports

Drones are now launching drones to attack other drones in Ukraine

Ukraine's wild fire-breathing drones have started popping up all around the front lines, videos show

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,058

Ukraine proves the West has to develop weapons faster and cheaper, even if they're not perfect: NATO chief

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,058

Ukraine proves the West has to develop weapons faster and cheaper, even if they're not perfect: NATO chief

Consider the ethical impacts of quantum technologies in defence - before it's too late

Top secret lab is developing the UK's first quantum clock

Consider the ethical impacts of quantum technologies in defence - before it's too late

Top secret lab is developing the UK's first quantum clock

Seeking low-cost technological solutions for the war in Ukraine

Airdog's founders are back with a precision-strike drone meant for modern warfare | TechCrunch

Ukraine expects the war to see exponentially more 'iron soldiers,' or ground drones with guns that can fill troop roles

Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt says human operators need to have 'meaningful control' of AI drones in warfare

Ukraine's drone teams are operating more like tech startups than military units

In remote Texas, Anduril probes future of drone warfare

Seeking low-cost technological solutions for the war in Ukraine

Airdog's founders are back with a precision-strike drone meant for modern warfare | TechCrunch

Ukraine expects the war to see exponentially more 'iron soldiers,' or ground drones with guns that can fill troop roles

Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt says human operators need to have 'meaningful control' of AI drones in warfare

Ukraine's drone teams are operating more like tech startups than military units

In remote Texas, Anduril probes future of drone warfare

Palmer Luckey's Anduril is partnering with OpenAI on AI defense tech

These Are the Future Ships and Submarines of the US Navy

Zumwalt-class stealth destroyers may finally find purpose as hypersonic missile shooters

These Are the Future Ships and Submarines of the US Navy

Zumwalt-class stealth destroyers may finally find purpose as hypersonic missile shooters

General in Charge of Nuclear Weapons Says Heck, Let's Add Some AI

This 100-Year-Old Weapon is Still Used by U.S. Troops

General in Charge of Nuclear Weapons Says Heck, Let's Add Some AI

This 100-Year-Old Weapon is Still Used by U.S. Troops

Ukraine's changing up its Black Sea attacks on Russia with drone boats armed with machine guns and flying exploding drones

These Armored Tanks Decimated Axis Forces During WWII

With unusual new shields, Ukraine's US-made Abrams tanks and Bradleys are taking hits but surviving, armorer says

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt says the US military is falling behind in AI warfare and needs a 'systemic overhaul'

South Koreans once chipped in for fighter jets. Now, they make their own.

America's X-37B vs. China's Shenlong: Top space planes and their shadowy role in orbital war

From recycling to food: Can we eat plastic-munching microbes?

In Ukraine, We Saw a Glimpse of the Future of War

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