The Pentagon is shifting its strategy regarding artificial intelligence, reportedly developing alternatives to Anthropic's technology following a breakdown in their $200 million contract. This fallout
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The U.S. Department of War (DoW), in collaboration with the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), is inviting vendors to submit proposals for the development of an evaluation infrast
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The recent conflict between the Department of War (DoW) and Anthropic highlights critical questions regarding the future of AI in military and government operations. The DoW has designated Anthropic a
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is dedicated to creating technological innovations that enhance U.S. national security. Its mission includes transforming battlefield casualty car
The article discusses the strategic significance of cognitive warfare as outlined in a NATO report, emphasizing its importance for the U.S. Pentagon in light of recent congressional directives. Cognit
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In early March 2026, the U.S. Department of War formally designated Anthropic as a "supply chain risk" to national security, which CEO Dario Amodei plans to legally challenge. This designation affects
Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, has publicly criticized OpenAI's recent deal with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), branding the messaging surrounding it as "straight up lies." In a memo to Anthro
Senators from both parties expressed concerns regarding inadequate coordination among the Pentagon, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) following two co
U.S. Cyber Command has clarified that a viral message circulating among military personnel, which advised troops to disable location services on their devices and claimed that apps like Uber and Snapc
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced a revised agreement with the Pentagon aimed at enhancing protections against domestic surveillance using the company's AI services. The new contract stipulates that Ope
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced a revised agreement with the Pentagon aimed at enhancing protections against domestic surveillance using the company's AI services. The new contract stipulates that Ope
U.S. Cyber Command officials have clarified that a viral message warning troops to disable location services and claiming that certain apps were compromised is false. The message, which circulated ami
U.S. Cyber Command officials have clarified that a viral message warning troops to disable location services and claiming that certain apps were compromised is false. The message, which circulated ami
U.S. Cyber Command officials have clarified that a viral message warning troops to disable location services and claiming that certain apps were compromised is false. The message, which circulated ami
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On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched coordinated military operations against Iran, marking a significant escalation in tensions. The operations, named "Epic Fury" and "Roar of t
Detecting and preventing distillation attacks \ Anthropic
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Anthropic has identified three industrial-scale campaigns—DeepSeek, Moonshot, and MiniMax—engaged in illicit distillation attacks to extract capabilities from its AI model, Claude. These operations in
The Pentagon recently shot down a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) drone using an anti-drone laser system, raising concerns among lawmakers about communication lapses between federal agencies. The
The U.S. Space Force currently does not deploy armed personnel in space but is open to future possibilities as the strategic landscape evolves. Senior officers indicated that planning encompasses a 15
In a statement dated February 26, 2026, Dario Amodei of Anthropic emphasized the company's commitment to using artificial intelligence (AI) to support national defense and democratic values. Anthropic
The Office of Advocacy is organizing a Small Business Roundtable on March 12, 2026, at 1 PM ET via Microsoft Teams, focusing on the impacts of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Pro
During his visit to Colorado space firms True Anomaly and Sierra Space, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized the Pentagon's bureaucratic inefficiencies, framing them as obstacles to effective def
The Pentagon has initiated a review of its tuition assistance programs, particularly those sending service members to prestigious institutions like Harvard, following the revelation that Defense Secre
C-17 Airlifts A Micro Nuclear Reactor For The First Time
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The U.S. military has successfully executed Operation Windlord, marking the first airlift of a nuclear reactor using C-17s. This operation involved transporting the components of the Ward250 micro nuc
The Ultimate High Ground: Space in US Defense Strategy | Military.com
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The 2026 National Defense Strategy (NDS) of the U.S. emphasizes a significant shift towards homeland defense and security in the Western Hemisphere, prioritizing deterrence through strength while mini
The Pentagon is considering cutting ties with AI company Anthropic, potentially designating it as a supply chain risk. This would require any entity wanting to do business with the U.S. military to se
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a temporary airspace closure over El Paso and southern New Mexico, effective from February 10 to February 20, 2023. This closure, categorized as "N
DIU Submission - Containerized Autonomous Drone Delivery System (CADDS)
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The Department of War (DoW) is addressing the challenges associated with current unmanned aerial systems (UAS) deployment, which requires direct human interaction for operation, limiting scalability a
Hunt For Container Launchers Packed With Drones Kicked-Off By Pentagon
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The U.S. military is pursuing a significant expansion of drone capabilities, particularly smaller unmanned aerial systems (UAS), leading to a rising demand for containerized drone launch systems. The
THE MULTI-DOMAIN BLIND SPOT: THE FRAGMENTATION OF SPACE AND CYBER - War Room - U.S. Army War College
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The article from the U.S. Army War College discusses the critical issue of fragmentation between the space and cyber domains, highlighting how modern adversaries exploit this disconnect to gain strate
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is committed to creating technological surprises that enhance U.S. national security. The agency focuses on transformative research and developmen
The Pentagon has introduced a new "non-kinetic effects cell" aimed at better integrating cyber capabilities into U.S. military operations, in line with the priorities set by Chairman of the Joint Chie
The Pentagon has introduced a new "non-kinetic effects cell" aimed at better integrating cyber capabilities into U.S. military operations, in line with the priorities set by Chairman of the Joint Chie
The Pentagon has established a new "non-kinetic effects cell" aimed at enhancing the integration of cyber capabilities into U.S. military operations, a priority emphasized by Chairman of the Joint Chi
The Pentagon has introduced a new "non-kinetic effects cell" aimed at better integrating cyber capabilities into U.S. military operations, in line with the priorities set by Chairman of the Joint Chie
The Age of AI for Offensive Cyber
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Anthropic reported the first AI-driven cyber espionage campaign, executed by a Chinese state-sponsored group targeting around thirty organizations. The AI agents autonomously conducted reconnaissance,
Charting a Path to Space Superiority: The Cross-Domain Imperative
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The U.S. aims to enhance space superiority for national security, prompting the Department of War to reassess space roles and missions for better cross-domain capabilities. Jennifer Reeves outlines th
FCC Partially Walks Back Its Recent Drone and Parts Ban
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The FCC has partially reversed its blanket ban on foreign-made drones and components following backlash from stakeholders. The ban, initially based on national security concerns, now exempts unmanned
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth has directed the Department of Defense (DOD) to issue monetary awards of up to $25,000 for high-performing civilian employees, effective by January 30, 2026. In a memo, he
Hanwha Defense and HavocAI Team Up on Midsize Unmanned Vessels
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Hanwha Defense USA has partnered with American startup HavocAI to develop a 200-foot autonomous surface vessel aimed at enhancing capabilities in medium-sized unmanned warships. This collaboration lev
Warfighting at Machine Speed: Why Agentic AI Belongs at the Edge
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The article argues for the integration of agentic AI systems at the edge of military operations to enhance decision-making on the modern battlefield, where information overload hampers effective comma
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The article emphasizes the urgent need for agentic AI systems integrated at the edge of military operations, rather than relying on cloud-based solutions that can fail during combat. As modern battlef
Trump Issues Ultimatum To Defense Giants: Deliver Results Or Freeze Profits
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President Trump signed an executive order to reform the defense contracting relationship, imposing financial penalties on underperforming contractors, including bans on stock buybacks and dividends un
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The Mitchell Institute's episodes highlight memorable experiences from military service, focusing on aviation and space. Guests, including retired generals, share thrilling stories, such as Lt. Gen. D
Drone Dominance
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The Department of War (DoW) has launched the "Drone Dominance" initiative, a $1 billion plan aimed at enhancing U.S. military capabilities through the rapid acquisition of small, lethal drones over th
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The Department of War (DoW) has launched the "Drone Dominance" initiative, a $1 billion program aimed at rapidly acquiring small, lethal drones over the next two years to enhance U.S. combat capabilit
Innovative Solutions for National Security | Kratos
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Kratos is a leading defense contractor focused on advancing national security through innovative technology and systems. The company specializes in key areas such as hypersonics, unmanned systems, pro
The Department of War has allocated $327 million to expedite the production of solid rocket motor components. This investment aims to enhance the capabilities and efficiency of solid rocket motors, wh
The U.S. Department of War announced a partnership with Elon Musk's xAI to deploy its Grok AI models across government systems, integrating them into the Pentagon's new AI platform, GenAI.mil. This in