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fromTESLARATI
10 hours ago

SpaceX just got pulled into the biggest Weapons Program in U.S. history

SpaceX is developing core software for the Golden Dome missile defense system, focusing on satellite communications integration with other defense companies.
fromTechRepublic
23 hours ago

New Pentagon Plan Would Pour $54B Into Drones, AI Combat Systems

According to details reported by The Guardian, the funding represents a staggering increase of more than a hundredfold compared to previous allocations for similar programs.
Fundraising
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

EU leaders agree blueprint for mutual assistance pact amid Trump's criticism of very disappointing Nato'

EU officials will create a plan for using the mutual assistance pact in response to foreign attacks amid rising NATO tensions.
fromNextgov.com
21 hours ago

Autonomous weapons will be 'key and essential part' of warfare, Joint Chiefs chair says

Gen. Dan Caine stated that autonomous weapons are going to be a 'key and essential part of everything we do' in future warfare, indicating a significant shift in military strategy.
Artificial intelligence
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 hours ago

Locked Shields 2026: 41 Nations Strengthen Cyber Resilience in World's Biggest Exercise

Locked Shields 2026 tested cyber defense capabilities of 4,000 participants from 41 nations against simulated cyberattacks on critical infrastructure.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 hours ago

Japan builds up its southern shield' as faith in US security cover falters

Japan's southern island of Kyushu is ground zero for one of the greatest shifts in Japan's defence strategy since 1947, when it formally renounced the use of war to settle international disputes.
World politics
Media industry
fromAxios
5 hours ago

Firing fears ripple through "Mean Girls" Pentagon

At least 15 defense officials have left their positions under Trump 2.0 due to political and personal conflicts.
#cybersecurity
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago
Information security

Chinese hackers using compromised networks to spy on Western companies, says Five Eyes | Computer Weekly

fromAxios
3 days ago
Information security

Scoop: Top U.S. cyber agency doesn't have access to Anthropic's powerful hacking model

Anthropic withheld public release of Mythos due to its ability to exploit security vulnerabilities, providing it instead to select organizations for testing.
fromNextgov.com
1 week 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.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Chinese hackers using compromised networks to spy on Western companies, says Five Eyes | Computer Weekly

China-linked hackers are using vulnerable internet-connected devices to obscure espionage and hacking operations against Western organizations.
fromAxios
3 days ago
Information security

Scoop: Top U.S. cyber agency doesn't have access to Anthropic's powerful hacking model

Information security
fromNextgov.com
1 week 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.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Germany unveils first ever military strategy for Bundeswehr

Germany's Bundeswehr has adopted a military strategy to address increasing international threats, particularly from Russia.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
14 hours ago

U.S. Has Burned Through' Eye-Popping Amount of Munitions During Trump's Iran War: Report

The U.S. has significantly depleted its weapons stockpile in the ongoing conflict with Iran, raising concerns about military readiness.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
17 hours ago

War-driven demand boosts profits for weapons and aircraft manufacturers

Boeing reported a first-quarter loss of $7 million, a significant improvement from the $31 million loss a year earlier, as defense and space earnings increased amid rising demand.
European startups
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

These Are the 3 Biggest Winners From the Proposed $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget

The U.S. defense budget shift emphasizes software and data-driven solutions, benefiting companies like Palantir Technologies and others in autonomous systems.
DevOps
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Marines are speeding up aircraft turnarounds for a scattered future fight and moving more munitions faster to keep up

California Marines are adapting operations to enhance survivability and efficiency against long-range threats by dispersing forces and minimizing aircraft ground time.
#lockheed-martin
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Lockheed Martin CEO sees Trump's Pentagon as golden opportunity' for growth

Lockheed Martin sees significant growth opportunities under the Trump administration due to increased government contracting amid Middle East conflicts.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Forget Lockheed Martin. This Defense Stock Will Double by 2028.

Lockheed Martin's stock is overvalued despite a strong backlog, while Rheinmetall is positioned for growth amid increasing European defense spending.
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Lockheed Martin CEO sees Trump's Pentagon as golden opportunity' for growth

Lockheed Martin sees significant growth opportunities under the Trump administration due to increased government contracting amid Middle East conflicts.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Forget Lockheed Martin. This Defense Stock Will Double by 2028.

Lockheed Martin's stock is overvalued despite a strong backlog, while Rheinmetall is positioned for growth amid increasing European defense spending.
Science
fromArs Technica
22 hours ago

US Space Command: Russia is now operationalizing co-orbital ASAT weapons

Russia is deploying operational anti-satellite weapons targeting US satellites in low-Earth orbit.
#military
#bitcoin
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 day ago

The U.S. Military Is Running A Bitcoin Node, Admiral Says

The U.S. military operates a Bitcoin node for network security tests, viewing Bitcoin as a computer science tool rather than a financial asset.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

US Military Runs Bitcoin Node, Conducts Operational Tests, Indo-Pacific Commander Tells Senate

U.S. Indo-Pacific Command is testing Bitcoin's protocol for military network security as a strategic tool against China.
#pentagon
Europe news
fromSlate Magazine
5 hours ago

Hegseth Just Sent an Alarming Message to the Rest of the World

The Pentagon delays delivery of high-tech weapons to Estonia due to its own needs in the war with Iran.
Europe news
fromSlate Magazine
5 hours ago

Hegseth Just Sent an Alarming Message to the Rest of the World

The Pentagon delays delivery of high-tech weapons to Estonia due to its own needs in the war with Iran.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
19 hours ago

How Trump's Iran war is driving military dissent

Dissent is rising within the U.S. military regarding the US-Israel war on Iran, with service members questioning orders and exploring conscientious objection.
#trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
18 hours ago

Trump Explains Firing of Navy Sec After Saying He 'Moved On'

Trump praised John Phelan, a former Secretary of the Navy, despite his firing due to conflicts within the administration over shipbuilding issues.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Trump says US likely to resume bombing Iran as ceasefire nears end

Donald Trump anticipates resuming bombing Iran as a ceasefire deadline approaches, while also indicating negotiations are still possible.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
18 hours ago

Trump Explains Firing of Navy Sec After Saying He 'Moved On'

Trump praised John Phelan, a former Secretary of the Navy, despite his firing due to conflicts within the administration over shipbuilding issues.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Trump says US likely to resume bombing Iran as ceasefire nears end

Donald Trump anticipates resuming bombing Iran as a ceasefire deadline approaches, while also indicating negotiations are still possible.
France politics
fromIndependent
10 hours ago

Irish troops take part in intense training exercises to prepare for deployment to Lebanon

Irish peacekeepers are preparing for their final UN mission in Lebanon amid a volatile regional conflict.
Privacy professionals
fromAxios
23 hours ago

U.S. accuses China of "industrial-scale" campaigns to steal AI secrets

China-based actors are using proxy accounts to exploit U.S. AI models and extract proprietary information.
US news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
16 hours ago

US soldier accused of using military secrets to win $400,000 on Polymarket

A US Army soldier was indicted for using classified information to win $400,000 on a prediction market platform.
#agentic-ai
Software development
fromDevOps.com
1 day ago

Agentic AI for Defense: How Checkmarx Turns Security into a Coding Partner - DevOps.com

Agentic AI proactively identifies and addresses security vulnerabilities in real-time during code development, enhancing application security significantly.
fromSecurityWeek
2 hours ago
Information security

Why Cybersecurity Must Rethink Defense in the Age of Autonomous Agents

Agentic AI is transforming cybersecurity, presenting both opportunities for defenders and risks for attackers, necessitating a strategic response from the industry.
Software development
fromDevOps.com
1 day ago

Agentic AI for Defense: How Checkmarx Turns Security into a Coding Partner - DevOps.com

Agentic AI proactively identifies and addresses security vulnerabilities in real-time during code development, enhancing application security significantly.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 hours ago

Why Cybersecurity Must Rethink Defense in the Age of Autonomous Agents

Agentic AI is transforming cybersecurity, presenting both opportunities for defenders and risks for attackers, necessitating a strategic response from the industry.
Public health
fromDefector
2 days ago

Pete Hegseth Adds New Weapon To American Warfighter Loadout: Influenza | Defector

The U.S. Department of Defense will no longer mandate flu vaccinations for military personnel, allowing individual choice regarding vaccination.
History
fromFortune
3 days ago

Palantir wants to bring back the draft just as the Selective Service preps for automatic registration | Fortune

Thomas Jefferson warned against military conscription, while Palantir Technologies now advocates for universal national service despite historical opposition to drafts.
US Elections
fromEsquire
2 days ago

Trump Is Creating a Whole New Class of War Profiteers

Traders have been profiting from market movements linked to Trump's announcements, raising concerns of potential insider trading.
#anthropic
fromAxios
4 days ago
Intellectual property law

Scoop: NSA using Anthropic's Mythos despite Defense Department blacklist

Artificial intelligence
fromTNW | Us
3 days ago

Trump says Anthropic Pentagon deal is 'possible'

Anthropic's AI models may be used by the Department of Defense following positive discussions with the White House, despite previous federal restrictions.
fromAxios
4 days ago
Intellectual property law

Scoop: NSA using Anthropic's Mythos despite Defense Department blacklist

Artificial intelligence
fromTNW | Us
3 days ago

Trump says Anthropic Pentagon deal is 'possible'

Anthropic's AI models may be used by the Department of Defense following positive discussions with the White House, despite previous federal restrictions.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 hours ago

US considers suspending Spain from NATO, reported internal email suggests

The US Defense Department expresses frustration with Spain and the UK over their support in the Iran conflict, considering potential NATO repercussions.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
17 hours ago

Pentagon Reportedly Warned Will Take Six Months to Clear Strait of Hormuz of Iranian Mines

Clearing the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian mines could take up to six months after the conflict ends.
Science
fromTheregister
21 hours ago

US Air Force names firms to power its bases with mini nukes

The US Air Force is pursuing nuclear microreactor projects to enhance energy resilience at three installations.
World politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

The US risks losing a future war without cheap precision-kill weapons, top Pacific admiral warns

US forces must invest in low-cost precision weapons to avoid losing future conflicts, especially against adversaries like China.
#ai
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago
Information security

5 Cybersecurity Stocks Most Likely to Benefit as AI Threats Drive Budget Increases in 2026

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
6 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Anthropic's Amodei meets Wiles and Bessent at the White House over Mythos access and Pentagon standoff

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei met with White House officials to discuss access to the AI model Mythos amid a standoff with the Pentagon.
fromFortune
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

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.
Venture
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
20 hours ago

Rilian raises $17.5 million to bring agentic AI to sovereign defence

Caspian platform automates threat detection and response in compliance-restricted environments using AI agents, enhancing cybersecurity for defense and national security.
Information security
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

5 Cybersecurity Stocks Most Likely to Benefit as AI Threats Drive Budget Increases in 2026

AI surpasses most humans in finding software flaws, prompting a defensive coalition to enhance cybersecurity.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 week 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.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Pentagon Assessment Clashes With Trump's Claims on Iran as Public Opposes Continuing War

Seven in 10 Americans want the war in Iran to end quickly, contradicting President Trump's claims about Iran's military capabilities.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Britain's military dependence on US no longer tenable', says former Nato chief

Britain must reduce its military dependence on the US due to diverging values and changing foreign policy dynamics.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week 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
Information security
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Cyber Command carried out over 8,000 missions in 2025, director says

U.S. Cyber Command conducted over 8,000 missions in 2025, marking a 25% increase from 2024, with expectations for further growth in 2026.
#nato
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

More battle-tested American-made interceptor drones will be heading to NATO's eastern edge

Lithuania is acquiring the Merops interceptor drone to enhance air defenses against threats from Russia.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

US to shoot and kill' Iranian boats laying mines in Hormuz, Trump says

The US Navy is ordered to take aggressive action against Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions.
#artificial-intelligence
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago
Artificial intelligence

US needs to flesh out strategy to counter China's robotics advances, lawmakers say

fromFortune
1 day ago
Information security

Former national cyber director: Anthropic's 'Mythos' AI can hack nearly anything and we aren't ready | Fortune

Artificial intelligence
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

US needs to flesh out strategy to counter China's robotics advances, lawmakers say

The U.S. needs a better strategy to counter China's growing dominance in robotics despite leading in AI development.
Information security
fromFortune
1 day ago

Former national cyber director: Anthropic's 'Mythos' AI can hack nearly anything and we aren't ready | Fortune

Mythos, Anthropic's advanced AI model, poses significant risks to critical infrastructure, necessitating urgent investment and collaboration to enhance cybersecurity.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Pentagon says Navy secretary is leaving, the latest departure of a top defense leader

Navy Secretary John Phelan unexpectedly left his position amid ongoing military leadership shakeups during President Trump's second term.
SF politics
fromTechCrunch
19 hours ago

Trump's pick to run US cyber agency CISA asks to drop out | TechCrunch

Sean Plankey withdrew his nomination to lead CISA, leaving the agency without a permanent leader amid ongoing cybersecurity challenges.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Iran, Russia and China behind most major cyberattacks on UK, security chief warns

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
Artificial intelligence
fromTNW | China
20 hours ago

The US just told China to stop copying its AI. Enforcing that is the hard part.

The White House accused China of industrial-scale theft of American AI models and committed to sharing intelligence with US companies.
SF politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

When interest on national debt overtook military spending, it triggered a limit where the U.S. may 'cease to be a great power', warns Hoover historian | Fortune

Interest payments on U.S. national debt will exceed $1 trillion in 2026, surpassing military spending for the first sustained period in recent history.
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Pentagon wants $54B for drones, more than most nations' military budgets

"That $70 billion is all going into existing systems and technologies," said Hurst. "The industrial base support is entirely separate."
Russo-Ukrainian War
Washington DC
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago

The problem with America's $1 trillion military budget

US defense spending is projected to exceed $1 trillion, driven by a proposed $1.5 trillion budget for 2027 and high costs of military weapons.
World news
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

The Surprisingly Anticlimactic End to America's War Against al-Qaida

Sayf al-Adl, an al-Qaida operative, remains elusive despite U.S. military actions, raising questions about the group's leadership and operational strength.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

MoD has lost track of 95,000-strong war reserve as defence readiness fears mount - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Lord Robertson stated, 'We need to sort of round up those who are available, fit, and willing to be able to do it.' This emphasizes the urgency of engaging former service personnel in the strategic reserve.
UK politics
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week 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.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 hours ago

US Federal Agency's Cisco Firewall Infected With 'Firestarter' Backdoor

A US federal agency was infected with malware due to vulnerabilities in Cisco firewalls linked to a China-backed espionage campaign.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFortune
1 day ago

Iran has Trump caught on the same math that Ukraine is using against Putin: $1 million missiles, $20,000 drones | Fortune

Iran's Shahed drones, costing $20,000 to $50,000, effectively target cities and military bases, posing a significant challenge to U.S. military responses.
World news
fromMail Online
2 days ago

Wave of US jets spotted near Middle East as Iran war theories swirl

US Air Force jets are moving towards Saudi Arabia amid a fragile ceasefire with Iran, signaling potential military escalation.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

How Defense Tech Investors Are Using SHLD to Capture 21st Century Warfare Spending

Operation Absolute Resolve showcased advanced military technology, with all platforms linked to companies in the Global X Defense Tech ETF.
US news
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

As aircraft losses mount, Pentagon wants a software fix to see through the fog of war

U.S. planes in the Middle East lack a common operating picture, leading to communication errors and aircraft losses.
Information security
fromAxios
2 days ago

Exclusive: OpenAI briefs feds and Five Eyes on new cyber product

OpenAI demonstrated its GPT-5.4-Cyber model to federal cyber defense practitioners, emphasizing a dual-track access approach for government and commercial users.
EU data protection
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The most important defense regulation you've never heard of

CMMC mandates new cybersecurity standards for the defense industrial base, impacting thousands of businesses and transforming the defense supply chain.
Science
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 weeks ago

A Wartime Budget Without an Innovation Strategy

Collaboration between the NSF and defense sectors is essential for national security and innovation, despite proposed budget cuts to NSF funding.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

US restricts intelligence sharing with South Korea' after minister identified suspected nuclear site

The US has restricted intelligence sharing with South Korea after a minister identified a suspected North Korean nuclear site publicly.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

NSA spies are reportedly using Anthropic's Mythos, despite Pentagon feud | TechCrunch

The NSA is reportedly using Anthropic's Mythos model for cybersecurity despite previous tensions over access to AI capabilities.
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Operationally Ineffective: Putting CVEs in a Chokehold with Privilege Disruption

A Common Vulnerability Exposure (CVE) that cannot reach the privilege plane is operationally ineffective - even at a CVSS Score of 10. This should be a core philosophy that is embedded into the fabric of software engineering.
Information security
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 weeks ago

Drones Are Changing Warfare And America Isn't Ready

The U.S. has discovered that air superiority and missile defense systems designed to counter tens/hundreds of aircraft and missiles is insufficient against asymmetric attacks of thousands of drones.
Russo-Ukrainian War
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 week 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.
#cyber-security
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago
Information security

Nation states responsible for 'nationally significant' cyber attacks against UK, says NCSC chief | Computer Weekly

Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago

Nation states responsible for 'nationally significant' cyber attacks against UK, says NCSC chief | Computer Weekly

The UK faces increased cyber security threats from hostile states and AI advancements, with an average of four significant attacks weekly.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

Sans Institute preps live systems for Nato cyber exercise | Computer Weekly

The Sans Institute is providing a real operational cyber range for the NATO Locked Shields exercise to enhance cyber security training and readiness.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US defense plan focuses on homeland, limits help to allies

The US will prioritize homeland defense and counter Chinese influence in the Indo-Pacific while expecting allies to assume greater defense responsibilities with reduced US support.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

What's behind the recent shift in US defence strategy?

U.S. defense strategy shifts to America First, prioritizing homeland security and Western Hemisphere influence while reducing commitments to allies worldwide.
Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
1 month ago

The Defense Department reportedly plans to train AI models on classified military data

The Pentagon plans to train AI models on classified information in secure facilities for exclusive military use to enhance warfighting capabilities.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Hacker News
1 month ago

Pentagon Designates Anthropic Supply Chain Risk Over AI Military Dispute

The Pentagon designated Anthropic a supply chain risk after the AI company refused to allow mass domestic surveillance and autonomous weapons development using its technology.
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