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Palmer Luckey's defense tech company will make next-gen military aircraft with Archer

Archer Aviation is partnering with Anduril Industries to develop military aircraft, backed by $450 million in funding.

You'd Have to Be a Weightlifter to Hold This Massive Gun

Colt's recent military contracts highlight both the trust in its weapons and the ethical dilemmas involved in arms procurement.
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Contractor Who Defrauded Navy of Millions and Fled Gets 15 Years in Prison

Leonard Glenn Francis sentenced to 15 years for bribery and corruption involving U.S. Navy contracts.
Francis's escape from justice reflects vulnerabilities in military contract oversight.

Russia arrests deputy defence minister suspected of corruption

Timur Ivanov arrested on organized corruption charges for accepting bribes on a large scale.

Contractor Who Defrauded Navy of Millions and Fled Gets 15 Years in Prison

Leonard Glenn Francis sentenced to 15 years for bribery and corruption involving U.S. Navy contracts.
Francis's escape from justice reflects vulnerabilities in military contract oversight.

Russia arrests deputy defence minister suspected of corruption

Timur Ivanov arrested on organized corruption charges for accepting bribes on a large scale.
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Palantir Secures $480 Million DOD Deal for AI-Powered Maven Smart System Prototype

AI technology is increasingly utilized by the U.S. military to enhance operational effectiveness.

What OpenAI's hiring of a top Palantir executive means

OpenAI is pivoting towards defense contracts, raising concerns about its role in military and surveillance technologies.

Trae Stephens Has Built AI Weapons and Worked for Donald Trump. As He Sees It, Jesus Would Approve

Trae Stephens transitioned from intelligence work to Silicon Valley, driven by a mission to modernize defense systems through technology.

Palantir Secures $480 Million DOD Deal for AI-Powered Maven Smart System Prototype

AI technology is increasingly utilized by the U.S. military to enhance operational effectiveness.

What OpenAI's hiring of a top Palantir executive means

OpenAI is pivoting towards defense contracts, raising concerns about its role in military and surveillance technologies.

Trae Stephens Has Built AI Weapons and Worked for Donald Trump. As He Sees It, Jesus Would Approve

Trae Stephens transitioned from intelligence work to Silicon Valley, driven by a mission to modernize defense systems through technology.
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China has built a giant Osprey-like drone that engineers say can carry 10 passengers and fly at 340 mph

The Lanying R6000 is a new VTOL drone developed in China, capable of carrying passengers and cargo with advanced speed and range capabilities.
#artificial-intelligence

The U.S. defense and homeland security departments have paid $700 million for AI projects since ChatGPT's launch

The U.S. defense sector is significantly increasing investment in AI, reflecting a broader trend in technological advancement and societal transformation.

Palmer Luckey's buzzy defense firm Anduril is expanding into the space business

Anduril is entering the space market with a mission planned for 2025, focusing on AI-powered technologies. It has partnered with Apex for satellite development.

The U.S. defense and homeland security departments have paid $700 million for AI projects since ChatGPT's launch

The U.S. defense sector is significantly increasing investment in AI, reflecting a broader trend in technological advancement and societal transformation.

Palmer Luckey's buzzy defense firm Anduril is expanding into the space business

Anduril is entering the space market with a mission planned for 2025, focusing on AI-powered technologies. It has partnered with Apex for satellite development.
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Here are the top tech startups disrupting the defense industry - and what they're selling

Tech startups are transforming military procurement with advanced AI, challenging traditional defense firms' dominance.
2024 is expected to be pivotal for defense startups as global threats evolve.

The US is ramping up spending on anti-tank missiles to replenish stockpiles amid the Ukraine war and commitments to Taiwan

The US Army has announced a $1.3 billion follow-on contract for Javelin missiles, indicating a surge in demand amid ongoing global threats.

This US State Is Pumping Out Weapons and Equipment for the Army

Arms manufacturing is a major economic driver in the U.S., with states like Texas and California leading in military equipment production.

Micheal Martin orders Department of Defence to reject military contracts with Israel

Ireland's government, led by Mr Martin, suspends military contracts with Israel due to the Gaza conflict, potentially straining EU relations.
#ethical-ai

DeepMind workers urge Google to drop military contracts

200 Google DeepMind workers urge the company to end military contracts, citing ethical concerns that conflict with their AI principles.

DeepMind workers sign letter in protest of Google's defense contracts | TechCrunch

DeepMind workers oppose Google's military contracts, claiming they contradict ethical AI leadership and the company's mission.

DeepMind workers urge Google to drop military contracts

200 Google DeepMind workers urge the company to end military contracts, citing ethical concerns that conflict with their AI principles.

DeepMind workers sign letter in protest of Google's defense contracts | TechCrunch

DeepMind workers oppose Google's military contracts, claiming they contradict ethical AI leadership and the company's mission.
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Exclusive: Workers at Google DeepMind Push Company to Drop Military Contracts

Google DeepMind workers are urging the company to end military contracts, citing ethical concerns regarding technology use in warfare.

Google DeepMind staff call for end to military contracts

Google DeepMind employees expressed concerns over military contracts, urging an end to AI technology use in warfare and advocating for adherence to ethical AI principles.

Exclusive: Workers at Google DeepMind Push Company to Drop Military Contracts

Google DeepMind workers are urging the company to end military contracts, citing ethical concerns regarding technology use in warfare.

Google DeepMind staff call for end to military contracts

Google DeepMind employees expressed concerns over military contracts, urging an end to AI technology use in warfare and advocating for adherence to ethical AI principles.
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Blue Origin joins SpaceX and ULA in new round of military launch contracts

Blue Origin becomes a military launch contractor for the US Space Force, competing for $5.6 billion worth of launch contracts over the next five years.
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