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OMG science
fromThe Atlantic
12 hours ago

Wait-Laser Guns Are Real Now?

Laser weapons are transitioning from science fiction to operational military reality, with Ukraine, the U.S. military, and Border Patrol actively deploying laser systems in combat and border operations.
#ai-regulation
fromFortune
1 day ago
US politics

Trump orders U.S. government to stop using Anthropic but gives Pentagon 6 months to phase it out amid standoff over AI use | Fortune

President Trump directs all federal agencies to cease using Anthropic's AI technology immediately, with a six-month phase-out period for the Pentagon, after the company refused military demands for unrestricted use of its Claude models.
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago
US politics

Trump bans AI firm Anthropic from federal agencies

President Trump ordered federal agencies to phase out Anthropic AI technology after the company refused Pentagon demands for unrestricted military use.
fromFortune
1 day ago
US politics

Trump orders U.S. government to stop using Anthropic but gives Pentagon 6 months to phase it out amid standoff over AI use | Fortune

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trump orders US agencies to stop use of Anthropic technology amid dispute over ethics of AI

The Leftwing nut jobs at Anthropic have made a DISASTROUS MISTAKE trying to STRONG-ARM the Department of War, and force them to obey their Terms of Service instead of our Constitution. WE will decide the fate of our Country NOT some out-of-control, Radical Left AI company run by people who have no idea what the real World is all about.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Bans Federal Govt From Using RADICAL LEFT' AI Model Amid Battle Over Mass Surveillance Concerns

President Trump banned federal government use of Anthropic's AI technology after CEO Dario Amodei refused Pentagon demands for unrestricted access to the company's AI model.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago

Trump orders federal agencies to stop using Anthropic's technology

President Trump directs all federal agencies to cease using Anthropic's technology, with a six-month phase-out period, following a dispute with the Department of Defense over military deployment terms.
#ai-governance
#augmented-reality
#ai-ethics
Chicago
fromTruthout
2 days ago

PentagonBacked Supercomputer Project Could Price Out Black Residents in Chicago

A $9 billion quantum-computing campus is being built on contaminated land in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood, a majority-Black area lacking basic services like pharmacies and grocery stores, with Pentagon backing and hundreds of millions in taxpayer funding.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Once a Niche Topic in Federal Lobbying, AI Is Now a Major Area of Focus

Defense contractors and AI startups are dramatically escalating lobbying efforts around artificial intelligence, with AI-related lobbying clients increasing 423% and reports rising 505% from 2020 to 2025.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Tokyo protests as China blocks dual-use' exports to 20 Japanese companies

China restricts exports of dual-use items to 20 Japanese firms, citing military concerns and national security, while Japan protests the move as intolerable.
#drone-warfare
US politics
fromMail Online
1 month ago

The science of Trump's Discombobulator sonic weapon

A secret sonic weapon called 'The Discombobulator' reportedly disabled enemy equipment and prevented rocket launches during Nicolás Maduro's capture.
#ukraine
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
World politics

A new giant Ukrainian cruise missile is rumored to carry a 1,000-kg warhead for strikes 1,800 miles deep inside Russia

fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
World politics

A new giant Ukrainian cruise missile is rumored to carry a 1,000-kg warhead for strikes 1,800 miles deep inside Russia

US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

The revolutionary new weapon in the Pentagon's pocket - and why it matters now more than ever

Transforming Pentagon acquisition processes to remove administrative burdens will enable U.S. companies to deliver cutting-edge military capabilities faster, producing a decisive battlefield advantage.
#infantry
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

German defence giants battle over military spending ramp-up

Germany's rearmament debate pits traditional heavy weaponry advocates against start-ups pushing AI-enabled, mass-producible drones as the future of warfare.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Who makes the best combat drone pilots? Ukrainian drone schools say it's young, tech-loving gamers and people used to staring at screens

Across the country, drone schools are training new operators for what has become one of the most important roles in Ukraine's fight against the Russian invasion - flying the drones that scout Russian positions, find targets, and blow up tanks and troops. Three leaders working at two schools told Business Insider that younger students with gaming or tech experience tend to consistently pick up skills the fastest. These students often are already comfortable with controllers, joysticks, and staring at a screen for a long time.
Careers
World news
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Robotics industry insider says the future is one soldier backed by AI controlling swarms of drones

Future warfare will rely on single soldiers controlling large autonomous drone swarms to scale operations and multiply combat impact.
Gadgets
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The Weapons That Defined the War on Terror

U.S. military weapons in the War on Terror evolved toward mobility, precision, and adaptability to counter insurgents, IEDs, and varied terrain over two decades.
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Anduril's Palmer Luckey makes an ethical case for using AI in war: 'There is no moral high ground in using inferior technology'

Palmer Luckey said military use of AI for life-and-death decisions is justified because superior technology reduces collateral damage and increases effectiveness.
History
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The Deadliest Weapons of the Vietnam War

Weapon technology and types largely determined combat outcomes in Vietnam, with U.S. high-tech arms facing rugged, reliable North Vietnamese weapons.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Airship firm on Russian border says Kremlin's jamming is a huge advantage for its aircraft to NATO

Kelluu, a Finnish company located about 50 miles from the Russian border, is launching small, propeller-driven airships filled with hydrogen, which it believes can fill a gap in battlefield and border surveillance. The startup is already finding success with NATO, being the first to secure a deal with a Western nation through a new innovators' program run by the alliance.
Miscellaneous
#sniper-rifles
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

What Rifle Made the Longest Recorded Sniper Kill?

A Ukrainian sniper achieved the longest confirmed recorded kill at 3,800 meters using the Volodar Obriyu anti-materiel rifle, reflecting advances in sniping technology and tactics.
World news
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

The world's most powerful militaries in 2025, ranked

United States, Russia, and China lead global military power in 2025 based on assets, budget, geography, and natural resources.
#drones
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
UK politics

A Ukrainian weapons maker says it's building a new unjammable drone with a 100-kilometer reach. It says 'the war has changed.'

fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
Europe politics

The West's drone tech risks becoming irrelevant if it's not tested daily on the Ukrainian battlefield, defense exec says

fromTechCrunch
8 months ago
European startups

Indian drone startup Raphe mPhibr raises $100M as military UAV demand soars | TechCrunch

fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
UK politics

A Ukrainian weapons maker says it's building a new unjammable drone with a 100-kilometer reach. It says 'the war has changed.'

fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
Europe politics

The West's drone tech risks becoming irrelevant if it's not tested daily on the Ukrainian battlefield, defense exec says

fromTechCrunch
8 months ago
European startups

Indian drone startup Raphe mPhibr raises $100M as military UAV demand soars | TechCrunch

#artificial-intelligence
fromwww.esquire.com
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Book Excerpt: Why Future Battles Will Be Fought by AI-Driven Weapons and AI Strategists

AI is rapidly transforming warfare by enabling autonomous systems to plan, direct, and execute complex combat operations alongside or instead of human pilots.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The US Air Force let AI help operators find targets to speed up kill chain decisions

AI in military operations enhances targeting speed and reduces operator cognitive load.
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Army Rangers Upgrade Arsenal for Long-Range Lethality

U.S. Army Rangers have continuously modernized small arms since 1942, adopting versatile weapons and technologies to support diverse missions from long-range engagements to urban defense.
History
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

WWII: The Timeline of How the Allies Turned the Tide

World War II reshaped global power, spurred major technological advances, and introduced the Atomic Age through pivotal battles and events.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

34 Countries With the Most Firearms Per Soldier

From the earliest matchlock handguns to the most modern and advanced automatic rifles, firearms have been carried by soldiers and used in combat for centuries. In the 250 year history of the United States, the weapons carried by American troops have evolved from primitive flintlock muzzleloaders, which had to be reloaded by hand after each discharge, to M4 carbines and Sig Sauer M7s - automatic-capable rifles that can fire hundreds of rounds in a single minute.
World news
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

3 AI Growth Stocks to Turn $10K Into $50K in Short Order

A small allocation to select AI growth stocks could produce multibagger returns if they dominate fast-growing markets, but the investments carry high risk of loss.
Tech industry
fromAxios
6 months ago

Exclusive: Electromagnetic weapon zaps drone swarm in seconds

Epirus' Leonidas high-powered microwave system disabled 49 quadcopters simultaneously, demonstrating electromagnetic counter-drone capability with potential domestic and military uses.
from24/7 Wall St.
6 months ago

Meet the Latest Generation of Modern Military Vehicles, Including the 8-Wheeled Armored Vehicle Built to Destroy Tanks

In September 1916, the first tank secretly made its way onto the fields of the Battle of Somme. The British had developed the technology and were ready to reveal it on the trenched and barbed wire battlefields of World War I. At the time, they did not prove to have the best track record, breaking down and unreliable, but the psychological effect the machines had on the German soldiers they were fighting was well worth the trouble.
History
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

Ukraine's electronic warfare fight against Russian drones is so chaotic that its own are getting caught in the crossfire

Ukrainian soldiers sometimes accidentally jam their own drones in efforts to stop Russian ones due to overlapping frequency usage, complicating electronic warfare efforts.
US news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 months ago

Ukrainian sniper sets a new world record killing two Russians with one bullet - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The record-breaking shot was made on August 14 using AI under the guidance of a UAV complex with a 14.5mm Alligator rifle.
Miscellaneous
#russia
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

Vintage photos show how the military has evolved

Military technology has significantly progressed from sword-fighting to AI-assisted drones and missiles, exemplifying the dramatic evolution of warfare over time.
World news
fromTESLARATI
6 months ago

Tesla confirms massive Cybertruck security feature is on the way

One filing said that the Cybertruck is simply more capable than typical vehicles. The government believes Cybertrucks would be used by enemy forces because of their proven durability against gunfire.
Cars
fromMail Online
6 months ago

Explosive new claims around 'Tic Tac' UFO reveal shocking secrets

Coulthart suggested the craft may have been operated psionically, controlled through advanced mental or neurological means, and could be the product of reverse-engineering non-human technology.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

Patriot missile production is surging, but the demand is insatiable

Patriot batteries are comprised of radar and control systems, launcher stations, and interceptor missiles, making them one of the world's best air defense systems capable of intercepting a variety of threats.
US politics
Cars
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

The Air Force wants Cybertrucks for target practice because they may start showing up on the battlefield

The Air Force plans to buy two Cybertrucks for live missile testing due to their durability and anticipated use by adversaries.
fromTheregister
6 months ago

Robots can program each other's brains with AI: scientist

Burke's project demonstrates a robot's ability to autonomously program another robot's brain with minimal human input, showcasing advancements in generative AI models.
Artificial intelligence
#us-navy
#us-army
Information security
fromTheregister
7 months ago

Silicon Valley engineer admits theft of missile secrets

A Silicon Valley engineer pleaded guilty to stealing trade secrets involving crucial military technology, downloading over 3,600 documents worth millions.
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago

North Korea announces plans to build third navy destroyer DW 07/22/2025

North Korea launched two 5,000-ton destroyers this year, one of which capsized at its launch. Kim Jong Un vowed to enhance maritime power.
World news
Philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
7 months ago

Autonomous Assassination

The assassination of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh exemplifies the potential use of remote-controlled weapons and raises concerns about the implications of autonomous assassination technology.
US politics
fromTheregister
7 months ago

Republican calls out Trump on GPU sales to China

The lifting of restrictions will allow the sale of Nvidia H20 GPUs to China, raising concerns about AI and military advancements.
fromFortune
7 months ago

Opinion | It's time to invoke the U.S. Defense Production Act to support a new battery technology revolution

Access to oil has historically determined the outcome of wars. In the era of unmanned autonomous systems, batteries and AI systems now represent the new competitive advantage.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

A new American drone that showed up at the Pentagon looks a lot like the Shaheds Russia uses to bomb Ukraine

The new Shahed-style drone could support the military's Indo-Pacific Command by providing a viable threat emulator and offering a low operational and maintenance cost compared to traditional munitions systems.
US politics
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

An F-35 stealth fighter has been stuck in a country not cleared to access the tech for over a month

A UK F-35 stealth fighter jet is stranded in India for over a month due to technical issues.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
7 months ago

Colombia deploys armed drones in escalating fight against drug gangs

Colombia is testing a new tactical drone for military use against guerrillas and drug traffickers.
fromThe New Yorker
7 months ago

The Future of Warfare Comes to America

The device that took off in Texas, called the Roadrunner, was made by the Silicon Valley defense startup Anduril. By Pentagon standards, the Roadrunner is cheap (around a hundred thousand dollars apiece), and, if it fails to strike its target, it returns to base, ready to try again.
US politics
fromTheregister
7 months ago

Nvidia CEO: US chips too risky for Chinese military supers

"The Chinese military, no different than the American military, will not seek each other's technology out to be built on top of it," he said during a recent interview with CNN's Fareed Zakaria.
US politics
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
7 months ago

Raptor Dominance: F-22 Surpasses All Other 5th Gen Fighters in Speed and Firepower

The US Air Force prioritizes speed with its fastest aircraft like the SR-71 Blackbird and modern fighters such as the F-22 Raptor.
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
7 months ago

Could One $13-Billion Ship Win America's Next War?

The USS Gerald R. Ford represents a major investment in carrier power and strategic military capabilities.
fromFuturism
7 months ago

Chinese Scientists Create Cyborg Bees That Can Be Controlled Like Drones for Undercover Military Missions

Researchers have developed a 74-milligram brain controller that turns bees into cyborgs, allowing them to be commanded to fly in specific directions. The bees obey commands nine out of ten times.
Science
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

Military experts weigh in on China's new mosquito-like spy drone

As a drone to surveil buildings, especially on the inside, I can imagine it being quite useful for video feeds," Herb Lin said.
Science
#robotics
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

Video shows British-made fighter missiles, modified in 3 months to launch from the ground, scoring Russian drone kills

The Raven missile system fires an air-to-air missile that has been adapted for ground-launch from a British 6×6 Supacat transport vehicle.
US news
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

How the US Air Force is keeping its decades-old stealth B-2 Spirit bomber lethal

B-2 Spirit bombers are undergoing modernization to enhance stealth, communication, and maintenance as they prepare to be replaced by B-21 Raiders.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

US Army soldiers reworked a new missile system in the field during a deployment that deeply frustrated China

US soldiers modified the Mid-Range Capability missile system in the field, showcasing the importance of soldier input during deployment.
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago

America's oldest bombers have officially been flying for the Air Force for 70 years

"For seven decades, the B-52 has stood as a symbol of American airpower. With its unmistakable silhouette and dual-capable nature, it serves as a visible and credible strategic deterrent for the United States and its allies."
US news
fromConsequence
8 months ago

Deerhoof Pulls Music from Spotify Due to Daniel Ek's Involvement with AI Weapons Company

We don't want our music killing people. We don't want our success being tied to AI battle tech,
Music
US news
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago

Ukraine is using this company's ground robots in ways it didn't quite expect

Ukrainian soldiers are innovatively using Milrem Robotics' ground robots in unexpected ways, demonstrating remarkable creativity under challenging circumstances.
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago

How Israel used Iran's massive attacks to enhance its top ballistic missile shield

Israel's Arrow missile defense system demonstrated remarkable effectiveness, intercepting nearly all missile threats during its recent confrontations with Iran, underscoring its strategic value.
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