Has the Pentagon given up on AI polygraph analysis of loyalty?
AI-aided scanning of speech patterns, vocal stress or facial expressions to read minds lacks scientific backing and will compound errors, critics argue.
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Germany to set up first drone regiment next year, modeled after Ukraine war lessons
Germany plans to stand up its first dedicated drone regiment next year, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has announced.
French Air Force plans loyal wingman flight in 2028 in sovereign AI push
The French Air Force plans to fly crewed fighter jets in collaboration with AI-powered combat drones in 2028, under project Hypairion.
Neros, Perennial Autonomy lead in Pentagon’s drone competition
Two companies scored highest during the second phase of a Pentagon competition to find companies that can produce high-quality, low-cost commercial drones.
Ukraine’s former defense minister launches ‘Manhattan Project’ for killer robots
Mykhailo Fedorov told Defense News he wants humanoid-like robots on the battlefield within six months and an assault without infantry within a year.
US appeals court upholds Pentagon’s blacklisting of Anthropic
A federal appeals court upheld the Pentagon’s blacklisting of Anthropic from military contracts, handing a victory to President Trump and the Pentagon.
Thales in ‘quite advanced’ talks with NATO countries on AI-powered command software
French firm Thales is “quite advanced” in discussions with a number of NATO countries about using its artificial intelligence-powered C2 system.
Report: CIA warned Europe of Russian drone attack from vessels in the Mediterranean
The CIA reportedly warned European nations of a suspected Russian plot to launch explosive drones from aboard commercial vessels in the Mediterranean.
Europe’s push to reduce US reliance is reshaping the defense space market
Spooked by U.S. restrictions on satellite data access during recent crises, European countries are scrambling to catch up on sovereign capabilities.
Japanese Global Hawk drone splashes down in crash
A Japanese Global Hawk drone nosedived into the Sea of Japan this week, instantly slashing the country’s fleet of these drones by a third.
AI military targeting may move faster than humans can authenticate, critics warn
AI military targeting may move faster than humans can authenticate, critics warned during a Wednesday hearing in Washington.
Italian NATO jet downs drone in Lithuania, minister says it probably came from Russia
An Italian NATO fighter jet shot down a drone in Lithuanian airspace on Tuesday that “most probably” came from Russia, Italy's defense minister said.
Polish prime minister: Poland to develop its own Starlink
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the project will pave the way for the launch of a Starlink-like system for the nation.
US radar maker Echodyne mulls European production as drone warfare fuels demand
The U.S. radar specialist said it's sensing new business opportunities in Europe, where governments are scrambling to up their counter-drone capabilities.
Anduril doubles down on Poland with autonomous aircraft pitch for F-35, Apache
U.S. tech company Anduril is pitching two drone types to accompany Poland's envisioned fleets of F-35 fighter jets and Apache attack helicopters.
Hanwha plans to build armored vehicle carrying a counter-drone laser
Hanwha representatives said the vehicle is fitted with a more powerful version of the stationary Cheongwang laser that protects the presidential compound.
German government blames Russia for Leipzig airport drone attack with explosives
Russia was behind the failed explosive drone attack on Germany’s key Leipzig/Halle Airport last month, the authorities in Berlin have concluded.
