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fromSpiegel
6 hours ago

(S+) Defense in Orbit: Germany Goes Big in the Military Space Race

The German military also uses this airborne communications hub, which allows command staff and soldiers deployed abroad to communicate across continents. The information they share is classified, strictly confidential.
Germany news
#cybersecurity
fromFortune
8 hours ago
Information security

Artemis raises $70M to help fight AI-powered attacks with AI | Fortune

fromNextgov.com
5 days ago
Information security

US push to counter hackers draws industry deeper into offensive cyber debate

The U.S. government seeks private sector involvement in cyber defense, but clarity on offensive roles remains uncertain.
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago
Information security

Industry Reactions to Iran Hacking ICS in Critical Infrastructure: Feedback Friday

Iran-linked hackers are targeting critical infrastructure, exploiting vulnerabilities in industrial control systems and operational technology.
Information security
fromFortune
8 hours ago

Artemis raises $70M to help fight AI-powered attacks with AI | Fortune

Artemis, a cybersecurity startup, raised $70 million to combat AI-driven attacks using AI technology.
Information security
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 hours ago

Copy of Trump's Cyber Strategy Is a Strong Playbook, but It's All in the Execution

The National Cyber Strategy aims to enhance U.S. national security through aggressive defense and collaboration with the private sector.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

US push to counter hackers draws industry deeper into offensive cyber debate

The U.S. government seeks private sector involvement in cyber defense, but clarity on offensive roles remains uncertain.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago

Industry Reactions to Iran Hacking ICS in Critical Infrastructure: Feedback Friday

Iran-linked hackers are targeting critical infrastructure, exploiting vulnerabilities in industrial control systems and operational technology.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
9 hours ago

A retired general's warning: America can't fight the AI arms race on tech it doesn't control | Fortune

The U.S. faces a critical AI arms race affecting military power and national security, highlighted by the Anthropic-Pentagon standoff over AI usage control.
#drones
#pentagon
Washington DC
fromNextgov.com
3 hours ago

Pentagon announces senior appointments to CIO's office

Five officials appointed to the Pentagon's CIO office to enhance technology management and drive transformation.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

US defense official overseeing AI reaped millions selling xAI stock after Pentagon entered agreement with company

A Pentagon official profited up to $24 million from selling shares in Elon Musk's AI company while overseeing defense AI initiatives.
Washington DC
fromNextgov.com
3 hours ago

Pentagon announces senior appointments to CIO's office

Five officials appointed to the Pentagon's CIO office to enhance technology management and drive transformation.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

US defense official overseeing AI reaped millions selling xAI stock after Pentagon entered agreement with company

A Pentagon official profited up to $24 million from selling shares in Elon Musk's AI company while overseeing defense AI initiatives.
#iran
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Mosaic defense': Iran's strategy for resisting the United States and Israel

Iran claims resilience against U.S. and Israeli military actions, asserting its ability to continue operations despite significant losses.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Mosaic defense': Iran's strategy for resisting the United States and Israel

Iran claims resilience against U.S. and Israeli military actions, asserting its ability to continue operations despite significant losses.
#uk-defence
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago

Starmer challenged over defence investment plan delay

The UK government faces pressure to publish a delayed military funding plan amid rising global threats and internal funding requests.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

UK's stark warning to Putin over Russian spy submarines detected in North Atlantic

The UK is monitoring Russian submarine activity in the North Atlantic and warns of serious consequences for any attempts to damage infrastructure.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago

Starmer challenged over defence investment plan delay

The UK government faces pressure to publish a delayed military funding plan amid rising global threats and internal funding requests.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

UK's stark warning to Putin over Russian spy submarines detected in North Atlantic

The UK is monitoring Russian submarine activity in the North Atlantic and warns of serious consequences for any attempts to damage infrastructure.
#italy
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 hours ago

Why has Italy's Giorgia Meloni suspended a defence pact with Israel?

Italy suspends a defense agreement with Israel, marking a significant shift in its longstanding support for the country.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 hours ago

Why has Italy's Giorgia Meloni suspended a defence pact with Israel?

Italy suspends a defense agreement with Israel, marking a significant shift in its longstanding support for the country.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

How Should the U.S. Military Fight?

General McChrystal's directive for restraint in Afghanistan aimed to win local support and avoid civilian casualties, despite pushback from frontline troops.
#israel
France politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Israel is building a buffer zone inside Lebanon

Israel is expanding its military occupation in southern Lebanon amid low expectations for disarming Hezbollah through diplomatic talks.
France politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Israel is building a buffer zone inside Lebanon

Israel is expanding its military occupation in southern Lebanon amid low expectations for disarming Hezbollah through diplomatic talks.
European startups
fromTNW | Deep-Tech
1 day ago

Kelluu raises 15M to build a persistent aerial intelligence layer for Europe

Kelluu raised €15 million in Series A funding led by NATO Innovation Fund for its autonomous hydrogen-powered airships.
SF politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 day ago

The Navy is changing the way it does business and its still pretty pricey

The USS Boise has been inactivated to reallocate resources towards new submarine classes and improve fleet readiness.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

The West is preparing for cheap drone attacks, but many businesses and civilians can only watch, not stop them

Civilian and corporate organizations struggle to counter small drone threats due to legal restrictions, leading to increased demand for drone detection devices.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

When Leaders Go to War, Their Psychology Goes With Them

Narcissistic leaders often emerge due to fragile egos, leading to decisions that prioritize self-preservation over the well-being of others.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Palantir Rises as Trump Endorsement and Military AI Contracts Give the Bulls Ammunition

Palantir Technologies stock rose 3% due to a Trump endorsement and focus on its role in U.S. military AI and defense contracts.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Weird Obsession With Death': Current and Former Defense Officials Sound the Alarm on Hegseth

Retired Army Special Forces officer Mike Nelson criticized Hegseth's rhetoric, stating, 'That's a necessary end to achieve goals through military force - you have to kill people to achieve them. That's not the end. It's a weird obsession with death for the sake of it.'
Right-wing politics
#ai
fromFortune
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

These niche AI startups are trying to protect the Pentagon's secrets | Fortune

fromSecuritymagazine
5 days ago
Information security

What Are Security Experts Saying About Claude Mythos and Project Glasswing?

Claude Mythos Preview enhances vulnerability detection but poses risks if misused by cybercriminals, prompting Anthropic to limit its public release.
Information security
fromFortune
5 days ago

Anthropic's Mythos is a wake up call, but experts say the era of AI-driven hacking is already here | Fortune

Anthropic's Mythos AI model is too dangerous to release widely due to its ability to exploit software vulnerabilities.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
4 days ago

These niche AI startups are trying to protect the Pentagon's secrets | Fortune

AI companies face challenges in balancing technology use with government secrecy, highlighted by Anthropic's conflict with the Pentagon.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Is Mythos a blessing or a curse for cybersecurity? It depends on whom you ask

Claude Mythos AI model may enhance cybersecurity defenses but also poses risks for hackers due to its ability to identify vulnerabilities and create exploits.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
5 days ago

What Are Security Experts Saying About Claude Mythos and Project Glasswing?

Claude Mythos Preview enhances vulnerability detection but poses risks if misused by cybercriminals, prompting Anthropic to limit its public release.
Information security
fromFortune
5 days ago

Anthropic's Mythos is a wake up call, but experts say the era of AI-driven hacking is already here | Fortune

Anthropic's Mythos AI model is too dangerous to release widely due to its ability to exploit software vulnerabilities.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

US is absolutely locked in' to Nato despite Trump's threats, Healey says

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the commitment of the US to NATO despite political criticisms.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 hours ago

Berlin helping Kyiv with long-range strike capabilities to smash Russia - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Germany is intensifying its commitment to bolster Ukraine's long-range strike capabilities, as outlined by Defence Minister Boris Pistorius during recent discussions at the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting.
Germany news
#us-military
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
17 hours ago

US forces kill 4 people in latest strike on vessels in eastern Pacific

The US military conducted its fourth deadly strike in four days against vessels in the eastern Pacific, claiming the targets were narco-terrorists.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
17 hours ago

US forces kill 4 people in latest strike on vessels in eastern Pacific

The US military conducted its fourth deadly strike in four days against vessels in the eastern Pacific, claiming the targets were narco-terrorists.
#ukraine
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Ukraine strikes drone production, military support deal with Germany

Germany and Ukraine have formed a strategic defense partnership focusing on drone expertise and air defense support amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Ukraine said it captured a Russian position using only ground robots and drones, no infantry, for the first time

Ukraine captured a Russian position using only drones and ground robots, marking a significant technological advancement in warfare.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFortune
5 days ago

Ukraine will have the most important defense industrial base in the free world, former CIA chief predicts | Fortune

Ukraine is emerging as a leading military industrial complex, producing advanced unmanned systems and reinforcing its role as the arsenal of democracy.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Ukraine strikes drone production, military support deal with Germany

Germany and Ukraine have formed a strategic defense partnership focusing on drone expertise and air defense support amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Ukraine said it captured a Russian position using only ground robots and drones, no infantry, for the first time

Ukraine captured a Russian position using only drones and ground robots, marking a significant technological advancement in warfare.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFortune
5 days ago

Ukraine will have the most important defense industrial base in the free world, former CIA chief predicts | Fortune

Ukraine is emerging as a leading military industrial complex, producing advanced unmanned systems and reinforcing its role as the arsenal of democracy.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Bizarre' lack of urgency in putting UK on war footing, says defence review co-author

Criticism of Keir Starmer's military policy highlights a lack of urgency in Britain's defence planning.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Wedbush's Ives: Palantir, Oracle, Microsoft to dominate defense AI integration

Defense AI spending is set to grow significantly, with Palantir leading the integration of AI technology in military applications.
Roam Research
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

The US Army surged its largest counter-drone training deployment to the Middle East during the Iran war

The US Army has launched its largest counter-drone training mission in the Middle East amid the Iran war, utilizing the Merops system.
#nato
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago
World politics

NATO Chief Refuses to Answer When Asked if He Was Concerned by Trump's Threat to Kill the Entire Iranian Civilization': I'm Not Commenting'

fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
Europe politics

Europe Would Be Speaking German': Rick Scott Shames NATO For Ingratitude and Opposition to US Action in Iran

World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Remaining in Nato is in best interests of US, says Keir Starmer

Keir Starmer emphasizes the importance of NATO for the US and urges Europe to enhance its support for the alliance amid the Iran conflict.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

NATO Chief Asked If He Still Views Trump as Daddy' While US Looks to Pull Out of Alliance

Mark Rutte explained his 'daddy' comment about Trump as a language misunderstanding, not a literal term of endearment.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

NATO Chief Refuses to Answer When Asked if He Was Concerned by Trump's Threat to Kill the Entire Iranian Civilization': I'm Not Commenting'

Mark Rutte supports actions against Iran but avoids commenting on Trump's threats directly.
Europe politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Europe Would Be Speaking German': Rick Scott Shames NATO For Ingratitude and Opposition to US Action in Iran

NATO must support U.S. actions in Iran or reconsider its relevance, according to Sen. Rick Scott.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Closer to a break than ever': Can NATO survive if Trump pulls the US out?

The war in Iran has intensified divisions within NATO, raising doubts about the alliance's future and the US's commitment to collective defense.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Inside NATO's 'Sentry' missions and the urgent drive to ready for new threats

NATO has launched new 'Sentry' missions to enhance defenses in eastern and northern Europe in response to modern threats and Russian aggression.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Ukraine's Patriot crews are breaking from the norm, fighting Russian threats with fewer missiles

Ukrainian soldiers are using fewer Patriot interceptors against Russian missiles due to strained stockpiles, launching only one per threat instead of the standard two to four.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
8 hours ago

'By Design' Flaw in MCP Could Enable Widespread AI Supply Chain Attacks

MCP's architectural flaw allows adversarial takeover of user systems, exposing sensitive data and enabling malware installation.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK's armed forces are in a sad state and they have only themselves to blame

George Robertson criticizes Keir Starmer for complacency in defense investment amid growing security threats.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Iran Wars Fuels RTX Growth Story as Defense Demand Rockets Higher

CEO Chris Calio emphasized the urgency of delivering critical products for national security, stating, 'We understand that our products are critical to national security. And I can tell you across the organization, we absolutely feel the responsibility and urgency to deliver more and to deliver it faster.'
Business
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

NATO's eastern members brace for US disengagement

Baltic states support US military actions against Iran, viewing it as essential for their security against Russian threats.
Information security
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

UK gov's Mythos AI tests help separate cybersecurity threat from hype

Mythos outperformed previous models in TLO tests, showing capability in attacking vulnerable systems but still facing limitations in complex scenarios.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | If A.I. Is a Weapon, Who Should Control It?

The current collision between the Department of Defense and Anthropic over whether Anthropic's A.I. models should be bound by ethical constraints or made available for all uses the Pentagon might have in mind raises significant concerns about the future of AI governance.
Right-wing politics
UK news
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 days ago

UK Navy deters Russian submarines near critical undersea cables | Computer Weekly

The Royal Navy has deterred Russian submarines near critical undersea infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of undersea communications cables for global trade.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Germany's Merz says determined to save European warplane project

Friedrich Merz is determined to salvage the troubled FCAS warplane programme despite nearing abandonment due to ongoing disagreements between Dassault and Airbus.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Starmer's corrosive complacency' on defence has put UK in peril, says ex-Nato chief

The UK faces significant national security risks due to complacency in defense investment and planning.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

UK says Russia ran submarine operation over cables and pipelines

Three Russian submarines conducted covert operations near UK cables, prompting a British military response to deter potential threats.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Why Ukraine's drone defense playbook may not fully translate for countries facing Iranian threats in the Middle East

The US and allies face a drone threat in the Middle East, requiring different defense strategies than those used in Ukraine.
World politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Total air defense is effectively impossible. In a major war, the West may have to make hard choices.

The West must make difficult choices about air defense priorities in large-scale wars due to limitations in resources and technology.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

Turkiye says NATO bringing in more defences after missile interceptions

NATO is sending another Patriot missile defence unit to its Incirlik Air Base, after several ballistic missiles Ankara says were fired by Iran were downed heading towards or in Turkish airspace. The ministry announced the new missile battery during a Wednesday briefing at the Incirlik base, located near the southern city of Adana, saying it would complement national-level measures to ensure the security of our airspace and our citizens.
Europe news
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

Ukraine didn't just bring interceptor drone know-how to the Middle East. Zelenskyy says it shot down Iranian Shaheds.

Ukrainian forces are assisting multiple countries in counter-drone operations against Iranian Shahed drones using their expertise and technology.
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

HMS Dragon will head to Cyprus in next couple of days, says defence secretary

HMS Dragon will sail within days but may not reach the eastern Mediterranean until after the weekend due to preparation time, facing criticism for slower response compared to French, Greek, and Spanish deployments.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

EU seeks self-reliance as US, China dominate defense sector

The United States dominates the global arms market; the EU is accelerating moves toward a more self-reliant defense industry to reduce US dependence.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Heavily armed': Greece, Israel boost military ties amid Gaza genocide

Greece is strengthening defence ties with Israel, purchasing Israeli PULS rocket artillery and negotiating additional missile and air-defence systems, including co-production plans.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechzine Global
1 month ago

After Pentagon deal, OpenAI sets its sights on NATO

OpenAI is providing AI models to NATO and the Pentagon for unclassified networks, with explicit restrictions on mass surveillance, autonomous weapons, and high-consequence automated decisions.
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
2 months ago

Europe-wide army is a dumb idea, EU foreign policy chief says: 'maybe those people haven't really thought this through practically' | Fortune

A Europe-wide army would create conflicting command chains with NATO, making coordinated military operations dangerous and ineffective.
Europe politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Europe is making progress in designing its own new security architecture

Major European countries are initiating new defense cooperation frameworks, including talks on extending France's nuclear umbrella and deepening EU–UK security cooperation.
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