How a lack of ammo made the swap from Kalashnikovs to M4 carbines a headache for Ukraine's special operatorsUkrainian soldiers face challenges transitioning from Soviet-era rifles to M4 carbines, but adapt due to the weapon's effective performance.
Special ops cracked the code on a problem plaguing the US military: getting better weapons fasterSpecial operations forces possess an agile weapons acquisition process that exceeds traditional military methods, providing valuable lessons for the Pentagon.
US special operators are going back to their 'roots' with an eye on China and Russia, senior Pentagon official saysUS special operations forces are shifting focus from counterterrorism to competition with China and Russia.Special operations are adapting to modern challenges and returning to foundational roles.
The Pentagon Wants to Flood Social Media With Fake AI PeopleThe Pentagon's JSOC is developing AI personas for social media as part of their intelligence efforts.This strategy poses risks of increased misinformation and ethical concerns regarding digital operations.
Moral Injury and Operator Syndrome'Operator syndrome' outlines complex health impacts on Special Operations Forces, emphasizing stress and psychological issues.
How Army special operators use deepfakes and drones to train for information warfareGhost Machine tool allows for voice manipulation using minimal data and hardware, impacting psychological operations in warfare.