US needs ‘manufacturing renaissance’ to compete with China: Report
Reagan Institute warns of "inadequate" investments, "exceedingly fragile" supply chains, and "insufficient" accountability of government officials, among other US weaknesses.
To Transform Tech, DoD Must Stop Being An ‘Innovation Tourist:’ Report
The current approach "is more akin to innovation tourism—with the DoD sampling the local fare of the United States’ various tech hubs—than a bona fide strategy for bringing emerging technologies into the department," the report notes.
The Army’s Digital Transformation
AI is reshaping the Army’s approach to cyber, electronic warfare and command and control. At TechNet Augusta 2026, leaders outlined how they’re turning emerging technology into capabilities for the battlefield.
China Bill Doubles DARPA’s Budget, Adds $52B For US Chips
"This is a strong start," Sen. Sasse said of the 2,400-page, $250 billion legislation designed to bolster the US in its competition with China.
Sen. Young: ‘Go On Offense’ In China Tech Race; Bipartisan Bill Gathers Steam
"Some do not believe this is an appropriate role for the government..." Republican Sen. Young said in an interview. "...[B]ut, simply, the private sector and venture capital community is not up to shouldering this task on its own."