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Higher education
fromHarvard Gazette
2 days ago

Harvard leaders salute National Security Fellows - Harvard Gazette

Harvard maintains a strong connection with the military through shared values and the service of students and alumni over the years.
Higher education
fromHarvard Gazette
2 days ago

Harvard leaders salute National Security Fellows - Harvard Gazette

Harvard maintains a strong connection with the military through shared values and the service of students and alumni over the years.
#ai
fromFortune
1 day ago
Artificial intelligence

These niche AI startups are trying to protect the Pentagon's secrets | Fortune

Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

These niche AI startups are trying to protect the Pentagon's secrets | Fortune

AI companies face challenges in balancing technology use with government secrecy, highlighted by Anthropic's conflict with the Pentagon.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Anthropic's Glasswing initiative raises questions for US cyber operations

Anthropic is prioritizing cybersecurity by withholding a powerful AI model and launching Project Glasswing to enhance defenses against AI-driven attacks.
#us-israel-relations
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

US-Israel playing Russian roulette with security of the region'

US and Israel jeopardize Gulf environmental security with military actions near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

US-Israel playing Russian roulette with security of the region'

US and Israel jeopardize Gulf environmental security with military actions near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Weird Obsession With Death': Current and Former Defense Officials Sound the Alarm on Hegseth

Retired Army Special Forces officer Mike Nelson criticized Hegseth's rhetoric, stating, 'That's a necessary end to achieve goals through military force - you have to kill people to achieve them. That's not the end. It's a weird obsession with death for the sake of it.'
Right-wing politics
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

US push to counter hackers draws industry deeper into offensive cyber debate

The U.S. government seeks private sector involvement in cyber defense, but clarity on offensive roles remains uncertain.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

Iranian-Linked Cyber Actors Target US Critical Infrastructure, Security Leaders Respond

Iranian cyber actors are actively targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, including water, energy, and government sectors, using advanced tactics and AI-enhanced methods.
Information security
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Iranian hackers used Stryker's own security tools against it - and U.S. agencies say it's just the beginning - Silicon Canals

Iran-backed hackers are escalating cyberattacks against U.S. critical infrastructure, targeting water utilities and energy systems to cause operational disruption.
Information security
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Iran attempting cyber attacks against U.S. critical infrastructure, officials say

U.S. intelligence warns of Iranian cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure, particularly through exploitation of Rockwell Automation's products.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Pro-Iran hackers are targeting US industrial control systems, advisory says

Iran-aligned hackers have disrupted U.S. critical infrastructure by targeting Rockwell Automation's control systems, causing operational disruptions and financial losses.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Iranian hackers are targeting American critical infrastructure, U.S. agencies warn | TechCrunch

Iran-backed hackers are targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, aiming to cause disruption and financial loss.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

US push to counter hackers draws industry deeper into offensive cyber debate

The U.S. government seeks private sector involvement in cyber defense, but clarity on offensive roles remains uncertain.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

Iranian-Linked Cyber Actors Target US Critical Infrastructure, Security Leaders Respond

Iranian cyber actors are actively targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, including water, energy, and government sectors, using advanced tactics and AI-enhanced methods.
Information security
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Iranian hackers used Stryker's own security tools against it - and U.S. agencies say it's just the beginning - Silicon Canals

Iran-backed hackers are escalating cyberattacks against U.S. critical infrastructure, targeting water utilities and energy systems to cause operational disruption.
Information security
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Iran attempting cyber attacks against U.S. critical infrastructure, officials say

U.S. intelligence warns of Iranian cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure, particularly through exploitation of Rockwell Automation's products.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Pro-Iran hackers are targeting US industrial control systems, advisory says

Iran-aligned hackers have disrupted U.S. critical infrastructure by targeting Rockwell Automation's control systems, causing operational disruptions and financial losses.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Iranian hackers are targeting American critical infrastructure, U.S. agencies warn | TechCrunch

Iran-backed hackers are targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, aiming to cause disruption and financial loss.
Intellectual property law
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

Tech bills of the week: Boosting export controls; AI-focused workforce development; and more

Bipartisan senators introduced the MATCH Act to strengthen semiconductor export controls and prevent adversaries from acquiring critical technology.
Washington DC
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

DHS intelligence office restructuring would still keep it under ODNI oversight

The White House plans to restructure DHS's intelligence unit while maintaining its oversight under the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
US news
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

Top Secret Clearance Holder Charged With Leaking Classified National Defense Information

Courtney Williams was arrested for allegedly sharing classified national defense information with unauthorized individuals, including a journalist, from 2022 to 2025.
#pentagon
Media industry
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Defense Department Lawyering Almost As Good As Hegseth's Pullups - Above the Law

The Pentagon's press policy has been repeatedly voided by the courts, highlighting ongoing tensions between the Defense Department and media access.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

US defense official overseeing AI reaped millions selling xAI stock after Pentagon entered agreement with company

A Pentagon official profited up to $24 million from selling shares in Elon Musk's AI company while overseeing defense AI initiatives.
Media industry
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Defense Department Lawyering Almost As Good As Hegseth's Pullups - Above the Law

The Pentagon's press policy has been repeatedly voided by the courts, highlighting ongoing tensions between the Defense Department and media access.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

US defense official overseeing AI reaped millions selling xAI stock after Pentagon entered agreement with company

A Pentagon official profited up to $24 million from selling shares in Elon Musk's AI company while overseeing defense AI initiatives.
#nato
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago
Europe politics

Europe Would Be Speaking German': Rick Scott Shames NATO For Ingratitude and Opposition to US Action in Iran

fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago
Europe politics

Trump administration signals it is mulling NATO withdrawal after Iran war

US President Trump criticized NATO allies for not contributing military forces to the war on Iran, considering withdrawal from NATO.
Europe politics
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

NATO's $1 trillion question: Europe has no framework to defend itself as US eyes 2027 drawdown - Silicon Canals

NATO faces a critical crisis with uncertain US attendance and European members confronting a security vacuum.
Europe politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Europe Would Be Speaking German': Rick Scott Shames NATO For Ingratitude and Opposition to US Action in Iran

NATO must support U.S. actions in Iran or reconsider its relevance, according to Sen. Rick Scott.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Trump administration signals it is mulling NATO withdrawal after Iran war

US President Trump criticized NATO allies for not contributing military forces to the war on Iran, considering withdrawal from NATO.
Europe politics
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

NATO's $1 trillion question: Europe has no framework to defend itself as US eyes 2027 drawdown - Silicon Canals

NATO faces a critical crisis with uncertain US attendance and European members confronting a security vacuum.
Business
fromFortune
2 days ago

Defense executives worry Trump's military splurge could backfire | Fortune

Concerns arise among defense executives about the sustainability and strategic priorities of Trump's proposed military spending increase.
Apple
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Security reserchers tricked Apple Intelligence into cursing

Apple Intelligence can be hijacked through prompt injection, exposing millions of users to risk, but a fix was implemented in iOS 26.4 and macOS 26.4.
European startups
fromFast Company
3 days ago

The U.S. and Silicon Valley may be running out of time to deal with Taiwan

Taiwan is essential to global technology, producing 90% of advanced semiconductors, and its stability is threatened by China's military actions.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Former national security officials urge Congress to renew Section 702 before expiration

Former national security officials urge Congress to renew Section 702 of the FISA before it expires, emphasizing its importance for national security.
SF politics
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Politicians Are Spending More Money on Security as They Increasingly Become Targets

Federal campaign spending on security for the 2024 election cycle exceeds five times that of the 2016 election due to rising threats against public servants.
#iran
fromAxios
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Cyber warfare starts to get personal in war between U.S., Israel and Iran

World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Pentagon Officials Question What Trump Accomplished in Iran: Won't Actually Change Anything'

Trump's declaration of victory in Iran is questioned by Pentagon officials amid contradictory information about a ceasefire agreement.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Top university says US-Israel attack targeted Iran's progress, AI learning

Iran condemns attacks on civilian sites, claiming they target symbols of national progress, particularly in AI technology.
World news
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Iran threatens 'Stargate' AI data centers | TechCrunch

Iran threatens retaliation against U.S. data centers in response to ongoing military actions and threats from the United States.
Privacy professionals
fromAxios
1 week ago

Cyber warfare starts to get personal in war between U.S., Israel and Iran

Iran-linked hackers are using data leaks and intimidation tactics against individuals to influence public perception during the current conflict.
World politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

How Washington's Iran Groupthink Led to a Global War

Washington's approach to Iran has led to increased conflict, undermining American safety and prosperity.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

How Defense Tech Investors Are Using SHLD to Capture 21st Century Warfare Spending

Operation Absolute Resolve showcased advanced military technology, with all platforms linked to companies in the Global X Defense Tech ETF.
Science
fromTheregister
4 days ago

DARPA launches program to improve agent-to-agent AI collabs

DARPA's MATHBAC program aims to enhance AI communication for better scientific discoveries through foundational mathematics and systems theory.
#donald-trump
fromPoynter
4 days ago
US Elections

Leaks reveal the inside story of Trump's decision to attack Iran - Poynter

US Elections
fromPoynter
4 days ago

Leaks reveal the inside story of Trump's decision to attack Iran - Poynter

Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan's upcoming book reveals detailed insights into Donald Trump's presidency, including significant events like the U.S. approach to Iran.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Protecting civilians is a sign of strength and an American ideal | Ted Widmer

Donald Trump threatens severe military action against Iran, reflecting a lack of remorse and confidence amid ongoing conflict and unmet goals.
Startup companies
fromEntrepreneur
6 days ago

This 28-Year-Old College Dropout Has Raised $24 Million to Fix a Military Problem 'Nobody Was Thinking About'

Peter Goldsborough left college to join Facebook's AI team, later became a chief engineer at Anduril, and founded Rune Technologies focusing on military logistics.
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

Why Australia Needs a National Spy Museum

Many of the foundations that have underpinned Australia's security, prosperity and democracy are being tested: social cohesion is eroding, trust in institutions is declining, intolerance is growing, even truth itself is being undermined by conspiracy, mis- and disinformation.
World politics
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

How college students who study war view Trump's Iran taunts

The students enrolled in Politics 226 took notes and politely raised their hands as they navigated the complexities of 'just war' theory, questioning whether the U.S. intervention in Iran met its criteria.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | If A.I. Is a Weapon, Who Should Control It?

The current collision between the Department of Defense and Anthropic over whether Anthropic's A.I. models should be bound by ethical constraints or made available for all uses the Pentagon might have in mind raises significant concerns about the future of AI governance.
Right-wing politics
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Buy This ETF Before the Military Budget Balloons More

The White House proposed a $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027, significantly increasing Pentagon spending.
European startups
fromTechRepublic
5 days ago

Trump Eyes Sweeping Expansion of China Tech Ban Across Critical Infrastructure

The White House is considering expanding the ban on Chinese equipment for critical infrastructure, impacting telecom networks and data centers.
#national-security
Science
fromThe Cipher Brief
5 days ago

A Wartime Budget Without an Innovation Strategy

Collaboration between the NSF and defense sectors is essential for national security and innovation, despite proposed budget cuts to NSF funding.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 weeks ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
Science
fromThe Cipher Brief
5 days ago

A Wartime Budget Without an Innovation Strategy

Collaboration between the NSF and defense sectors is essential for national security and innovation, despite proposed budget cuts to NSF funding.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 weeks ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago

White House Seeks to Slash CISA Funding by $707 Million

"CISA was more focused on censorship than on protecting the Nation's critical systems, and put them at risk due to poor management and inefficiency, as well as a focus on self-promotion."
SF politics
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

Wedbush's Ives: Palantir, Oracle, Microsoft to dominate defense AI integration

Defense AI spending is set to grow significantly, with Palantir leading the integration of AI technology in military applications.
Intellectual property law
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

Tech bills of the week: Limiting adversaries' access to US tech; and boosting cyber apprenticeships

New legislation aims to strengthen U.S. export controls on sensitive technologies to prevent adversaries from exploiting them for economic gain.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Iran-U.S. ceasefire off to a shaky start. And, Bill Gates to testify in Epstein probe

The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran faces challenges with ongoing attacks and high demands from both sides during upcoming talks.
#trump-administration
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
World news

It's Bullsh*t': Maggie Haberman Sources Say Trump Chiefs Mocked Regime Change Intel Ahead of War

Top advisers to President Trump dismissed intelligence on regime change in Iran as unrealistic and exaggerated.
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago
World news

Trump Is Putting America's Weaknesses on Display

Trump's administration failed to plan for potential Iranian responses, leaving him with limited options in the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

It's Bullsh*t': Maggie Haberman Sources Say Trump Chiefs Mocked Regime Change Intel Ahead of War

Top advisers to President Trump dismissed intelligence on regime change in Iran as unrealistic and exaggerated.
World news
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

Trump Is Putting America's Weaknesses on Display

Trump's administration failed to plan for potential Iranian responses, leaving him with limited options in the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Trump's Budget Request Includes Funding an FBI Anti-"Domestic Terrorism" Center

Trump's budget includes a significant increase in counterterrorism funding and establishes an FBI-led center to identify domestic terrorists.
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

Palantir-Connected Ondas Clinches Yet Another High-Growth Defense Pact

Ondas announced a definitive merger agreement with Mistral, a Bethesda, Md.-based defense prime contractor, valued at $175 million, which includes $122.5 million in common stock paid upfront and in installments.
European startups
Roam Research
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

US 'missile hunter' seen near US nuke silos after Iran rejects deal

A US Air Force RC-135S Cobra Ball aircraft was on a mission near America's nuclear silos.
#fbi
Privacy professionals
fromSecuritymagazine
6 days ago

Breach of FBI Surveillance System Considered a "Major Incident," Security Experts Weigh In

FBI confirms major breach of surveillance system, exposing sensitive data and potentially revealing criminal probes and surveillance targets.
Privacy professionals
fromTechRepublic
1 week ago

FBI Declares Surveillance System Breach a 'Major Incident'

A China-linked breach of an FBI surveillance system has been classified as a major incident, posing significant risks to US national security.
US politics
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

A Top Democrat Is Urging Colleagues to Support Trump's Spy Machine

Jim Himes advocates for preserving the FBI's warrantless search powers, citing reforms and compliance rates despite concerns over recent changes in oversight.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
2 days ago

What AI CEOs still don't get about Washington

Congress struggles with tech policy amid lobbying and constituent demands, while companies propose various AI governance strategies.
#us-foreign-policy
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

US denies nuclear plan as deadline on threat to Iran civilisation' looms

Trump's nuclear threats against Iran have raised significant concerns, despite White House denials of any plans to use nuclear weapons.
Startup companies
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

PREMIUM America's secret weapon: failure

The United States fosters innovation by allowing entrepreneurs to fail and try again, unlike many other countries where failure carries a lasting stigma.
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 month ago

The Future of War Is Now: What Washington Needs to Hear from the Battlefield

I have been working in Ukraine since 2019, first as an active Green Beret advising in an official capacity, then after leaving that service, directing special operations on the ground and more recently carrying hard-won lessons back to NATO before they are forgotten or overtaken by the next news cycle.
Washington DC
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Only Trump decides when cyberwar turns into real war

The president should have a lot of leeway in which he determines whether or not the nation's going to respond kinetically. This flexibility is crucial in the evolving landscape of cyber warfare.
World politics
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Private sector, former military leaders urge Congress intervene in Pentagon-Anthropic dispute

A coalition of 35 professionals urged Congress to investigate the Pentagon's conflict with Anthropic over AI safety guardrails, blacklisting, and concerns about autonomous weapons and domestic surveillance.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
3 weeks ago

National cyber director doesn't envision industry doing offensive hacking

The U.S. National Cyber Director clarifies that private sector companies will not conduct offensive cyber operations on behalf of the government, but will instead provide intelligence and defensive support.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

New NSA director pushes for more intel-sharing with allies in internal meeting

Gen. Josh Rudd emphasizes enhanced intelligence-sharing with allies and a focus on foreign adversaries like Russia and China.
fromNextgov.com
3 weeks ago

The Pentagon's 'woke AI' problem

Department of War AI will not be woke. We're building war ready weapons and systems, not chatbots for an Ivy League faculty lounge. Later on, President Donald Trump lambasted Anthropic as a RADICAL LEFT, WOKE COMPANY.
Artificial intelligence
Higher education
fromFortune
1 month ago

Pentagon chief blocks officers from Ivy League schools and other top universities, including partners on AI and space | Fortune

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth eliminated military officer professional education programs at Ivy League and elite universities, replacing them with alternative institutions aligned with his strategic vision.
#military-ai
Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

The Defense Department reportedly plans to train AI models on classified military data

The Pentagon plans to train AI models on classified information in secure facilities for exclusive military use to enhance warfighting capabilities.
Artificial intelligence
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

The Defense Department reportedly plans to train AI models on classified military data

The Pentagon plans to train AI models on classified information in secure facilities for exclusive military use to enhance warfighting capabilities.
#pentagon-policy
Higher education
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Citing 'wokeness,' Pentagon cancels military fellowships at New England schools like MIT and Tufts

The Pentagon is ending military fellowship programs at 13 elite universities, citing concerns about leftist ideology and anti-American sentiment, while redirecting partnerships to state schools emphasizing intellectual freedom.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
US politics

It's not just Harvard. The Pentagon is barring troops from attending more Ivy League schools and other top universities.

Higher education
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Citing 'wokeness,' Pentagon cancels military fellowships at New England schools like MIT and Tufts

The Pentagon is ending military fellowship programs at 13 elite universities, citing concerns about leftist ideology and anti-American sentiment, while redirecting partnerships to state schools emphasizing intellectual freedom.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
US politics

It's not just Harvard. The Pentagon is barring troops from attending more Ivy League schools and other top universities.

fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

National Security Begins Behind the Toaster

Dear Secretary Pete Hegseth, I realize that this is a big ask, but would you please invade and take possession of my son and daughter-in-law's apartment? Or maybe you'd like to make them an offer first? Either way, as a concerned mother and patriot who believes that national security begins at home, I feel it's my duty to let you know that Otis and Luna, the co-dictators of Unit 4-C, at 439 Bergen Street, in Park Slope, Brooklyn, must be overthrown.
Humor
Venture
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 month ago

What the Latest Policy and Tech Shifts Mean for National Security

Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems require integrated, multi-layered defense architectures combining non-kinetic and kinetic responses rather than isolated legacy technologies, as modern autonomous drones render traditional electronic warfare ineffective.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Security Leaders Discuss Trump's Cyber Strategy for America

The Trump Administration released a cyber strategy with six pillars addressing adversary capacity, regulation, federal and critical infrastructure security, emerging technology innovation, and workforce development.
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Now accepting applications - for classified intel

Over the past year, waves of federal layoffs have left thousands of government employees and contractor clients suddenly out of work. For foreign intelligence services, that disruption has opened new opportunities. With more former U.S. officials seeking employment or freelance work - often in specialized national security fields - adversaries, namely China, have stepped in, posing as consulting firms, research groups and recruiters.
US news
US politics
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Experts see NSA nominee's Pacific experience as a boost to US cyber posture on China

Lieutenant General Joshua Rudd was nominated to lead the NSA and U.S. Cyber Command, bringing Indo-Pacific operational experience and China-focused insight despite limited cyber background.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago

Department of Defense Severs Academic Ties With Harvard

In a video posted to social media on Friday, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said his department will discontinue all graduate-level professional military training, fellowships and certificate programs for active-duty service members at Harvard University starting in the 2026-27 school year. Currently enrolled service members will be allowed to finish their courses, he said. "For too long this department has sent our best and brightest officers to Harvard hoping the university would better understand and appreciate our warrior class," Hegseth said.
US politics
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The Pentagon marked 33 universities as 'moderate' or 'high' risk. Here are the schools on the leaked list.

The Pentagon labeled 33 universities as moderate-to-high risk and cut ties with Harvard, potentially affecting military education programs and tuition assistance.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US defense plan focuses on homeland, limits help to allies

The US will prioritize homeland defense and counter Chinese influence in the Indo-Pacific while expecting allies to assume greater defense responsibilities with reduced US support.
Artificial intelligence
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Worried about how AI may affect foreign policy? You should be. - Harvard Gazette

Governments adopting AI face significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities and require oversight, regulation, and international cooperation to balance benefits and prevent misuse.
US politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 month ago

Confidence, Interoperability, and the Limits of U.S. Decision Systems

The United States lacks decision-shaping architecture to reliably produce calibrated strategic judgment, causing institutional overconfidence and vulnerability in cognitive and Gray Zone conflicts.
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