Watching Ukraine, US special ops realizes it’s behind on information war capabilities

Watching Ukraine, US special ops realizes it’s behind on information war capabilities
Watching Ukraine, US special ops realizes it’s behind on information war capabilities

SOCOM “working very hard” to use AI and machine learning-driven “sentiment analysis” to better craft messaging, Gen. Richard Clarke, commander of US Special Operations Command, said.

Head of US special ops in Africa likens Wagner Group to ‘terrorist organization’

Head of US special ops in Africa likens Wagner Group to ‘terrorist organization’
Head of US special ops in Africa likens Wagner Group to ‘terrorist organization’

“They bring just destabilization [and] instability wherever they go. They leave countries less secure and poorer when they leave. They benefit from governmental instability in Africa,” said Rear Adm. Milton Sands.

Green Berets, weaponized robots team up for offensive operations

Green Berets, weaponized robots team up for offensive operations
Green Berets, weaponized robots team up for offensive operations

The Army’s Project Origin tech demonstrator helped clear objectives and mask soldier movements during a two-week experiment at Dugway Proving Ground, Utah.

Rafael’s Aerospike, new close air support missile, makes SOFIC debut

Rafael’s Aerospike, new close air support missile, makes SOFIC debut
Rafael’s Aerospike, new close air support missile, makes SOFIC debut

The new “light weight” missile is designed for air-to-surface strikes, supporting special operations, the Israeli firm says.

‘That still needs further development’: SOCOM leaders want more layered airborne ISR

‘That still needs further development’: SOCOM leaders want more layered airborne ISR
‘That still needs further development’: SOCOM leaders want more layered airborne ISR

Special Operations Command wants to link up sensors, space-based assets and open source data to give operators improved situational awareness.

SOCOM receives first Spike NLOS system integrated on a JLTV

SOCOM receives first Spike NLOS system integrated on a JLTV
SOCOM receives first Spike NLOS system integrated on a JLTV

The launch platform can be integrated onto vehicles smaller than JLTVs, Lockheed officials said, but didn’t get into details.