Weaponizing the supply chain for a liquid-fueled howitzer-fired munition that flies 150 km
The goal of such weaponization is to tie warfighter needs to the RDT&E cycle.
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Army issues just under $100M in application awards for NGC2 to 9 companies
“Providing core software applications is a critical next step. It provides a foundation that can be rapidly scaled and trained with continuity across the force,” Joseph Welch, portfolio acquisition executive Command and Control (C2)/Counter C2, said in the release.
Building logistics networks for contested environments
Explore how software, edge AI and resilient connectivity can strengthen military logistics in contested environments. Join Breaking Defense on Oct. 21 and earn 1 CPE credit.
From directed energy to AI and hardening, JIATF-401 is widening counter-UAS options
There is no single answer to the drone threat, pushing the Pentagon toward a broader mix of defenses.
General Dynamics taps Primordial to build AI assistant for combat vehicle crews
Like a militarized Alexa, Primordial Labs’ Anura AI is trained to understand soldiers’ voice commands and translate them into specific actions — but not deadly ones.
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Big offensive EW capabilities in a small package
Increased capabilities of low SWaP software-defined radios make them viable options for smaller platforms.
GDIT replaces longtime president Gilliland
Paul Nedzbala, who joined GDIT in 2018, has been appointed acting president.
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Biodefense is force protection: Ready today, prepared for tomorrow
A decorated combat aviator and biotech CEO advocates preparing for novel viral threats before the next crisis.
Ex-defense minister’s futuristic ‘Army of Robots’ raises eyebrows in Ukraine
A splashy promo video published by Mykhailo Fedorov envisions humanoid robots in combat, but not everyone is convinced it's the right play.
What Europe’s military air fleets will look like in 30 years
Breaking Defense's roundtable looks into a crystal ball to discuss the more distant future for the continent's air forces.
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The Army has ‘owned the night’; now it must own the electromagnetic spectrum
Spectrum awareness, resilient connectivity and electronic warfare defenses are becoming central to decision advantage on the modern battlefield.
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The drone war will be won on the factory floor, not just the front line
From FPV drones to autonomous rotorcraft, scale and repeatability are becoming as important as innovation.
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.
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How readiness stays ready: The F110 delivers power, reliability and scale for the F-15EX
GE Aerospace’s investments in the F110 are paying off in both production and delivery performance.
Building logistics networks that survive contested environments
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‘Cyber magazine’ can run out ‘pretty damn quick’ in modern conflict: Admiral
In the wake of public debates about the health of physical US munitions, a senior Navy official said the "cyber magazine" isn't infinite either.
Navy wants more offensive, ‘expeditionary’ cyber capabilities
“What I would offer to industry … if you are interested in talking about expeditionary cyber, cyber at the tactical edge, particularly offensive or capabilities that support offense, please come talk to me," the Navy's principal cyber advisor said.