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Elbit Systems has announced plans to develop high-power laser weapons for the Israeli Air Force, which will be mounted on fighter jets and helicopters. This initiative was revealed during the company'
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
In response to recent operational disruptions, Amazon has summoned senior engineers to address issues stemming from generative AI-assisted changes. Reports indicate that these incidents involved "high
The U.S. Army has awarded Anduril Industries a significant $20 billion contract aimed at enhancing counter-drone capabilities. Announced by the Pentagon, this firm fixed-price agreement is designed to
"Project Maven: A Marine Colonel, His Team, and the Dawn of AI Warfare" by Katrina Manson chronicles the Pentagon's ambitious initiative to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into U.S. military op
In the recent episode of "The DownLink Podcast," host Laura Winter discusses the termination of the U.S. Space Force's West Scholars program, a specialized Senior Professional Military Education fello
The Pentagon is increasingly focusing on cislunar space—the area between Earth and the Moon—as a strategic frontier for military operations, especially in light of rising activities from other nations
The Pentagon's Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF 401) has released new guidelines focused on counter-drone technology, emphasizing the need for standardized testing while complying with federal
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The U.S. is set to deploy the Merops anti-drone system to the Middle East, following its successful use against Russian drones in Ukraine. This decision, reported by two U.S. officials, aims to enhanc
Last year, Ukrainian officials attempted to sell the U.S. their advanced technology for intercepting Iranian-made attack drones, specifically targeting the Shahed drones that have been a threat to U.S
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In a controversial move, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has urged Cyberdyne Systems, a leading developer of military robotic technology, to eliminate safety protocols from its Skynet AI system. His de
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According to the Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF), over 200 complaints from U.S. military personnel allege that military commanders have framed U.S. strikes on Iran as part of a biblical p
A recent report from the Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF) reveals that over 200 U.S. troops have complained about military commanders using extremist Christian rhetoric to justify involvem
In a significant mishap, developer Alexey Grigorev experienced a catastrophic failure when Claude Code, an AI tool, inadvertently deleted his production setup, including a database containing 2.5 year
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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
In the March 6 episode of "All-In," hosts Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, David Sacks, and David Friedberg welcome Under Secretary of War Emil Michael to discuss the ongoing U.S. conflict with
In the week leading up to a deadly Iranian drone strike on March 1, 2023, which killed six U.S. service members at a tactical operations center in Kuwait, Iranian intelligence reportedly tracked U.S.
The U.S. Air Force achieved a notable tactical victory in Iran by using a $30 million smart bomb to destroy a Toyota Hilux pickup truck valued at $3,200, which was reportedly transporting two terroris
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Amazon's data center in Bahrain has come under scrutiny following reports from Iranian state media, specifically the Fars News Agency, claiming it was targeted by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
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
In the ongoing conflict with Iran, the U.S. military's use of artificial intelligence (AI) reflects a significant shift in modern warfare dynamics, termed "Operation Epic Fury" in the U.S. and "Roarin
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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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The Pentagon is set to enhance wireless communications innovation by releasing an open-source software stack, the Open Centralized Unit Distributed Unit (OCUDU), aimed at facilitating the development
U.S. Cyber Command did not issue a warning for troops to disable location services on their devices or uninstall specific apps, despite a viral message claiming otherwise amid ongoing military operati
Celebrity chef Robert Irvine is taking a proactive role in ensuring high-quality dining at new Army dining halls, following the opening of the first campus-style location, 42 Bistro, at Fort Hood, Tex
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has expressed that his company shares the same ethical "red lines" as Anthropic concerning the use of artificial intelligence (AI) by the Pentagon, specifically rejecting applica
Recent incidents in El Paso, Texas, highlight the urgent need for improved coordination among government agencies to address the rising threat posed by small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). These dro
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Lockheed Martin has successfully tested artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities on its F-35 fighter jet, marking a significant advancement in military technology. The test, known as Project Overwatc
Lockheed Martin has successfully tested artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities on its F-35 fighter jet, marking a significant advancement in military technology. The test, known as Project Overwatc
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has given Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei until Friday to allow the Pentagon unrestricted access to its AI model, Claude, or face severe consequences. In a tense meeting, Heg
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The U.S. Space Force has emphasized its vital role in recent military operations in Iran and Venezuela, particularly during Operations Midnight Hammer and Absolute Resolve in 2025 and January 2026, re
Mexican security forces killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, also known as El Mencho, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), with assistance from U.S. intelligence. This operation
Engineers in the United States are pioneering a technology that allows military drones to remain airborne indefinitely by utilizing high-power invisible laser beams for wireless charging. This innovat
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**Source**: [www.forbes.com](https://forbes.com/sites/paulocarvao/2026/02/20/should-ai-go-to-war-anthropic-and-the-pentagon-fight-it-out) | **Author**: Article from f
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# Army says it’s using AI to help produce doctrine, but acknowledges the technology's flaws | DefenseScoop
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The Pentagon's ongoing conflict with Anthropic over AI model access has created significant challenges for other AI labs negotiating military contracts. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is pushing for r