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Science & Tech
Insider-threat detectors fail too often. A new tool could help plug leaks
Building a live model of dataflows and workflows can help reveal where access controls are inefficient or broken.
Policy
New AI-export rule aims to ease sales to allies, limit leaks to others
But will the Biden administration’s last-minute regulation survive industry fury and the arrival of Trump?
Policy
Kyiv’s donors set production goals to regularize arms donations to Ukraine
Pledges are “interesting. But you gotta get real,” U.S. acquisition chief says.
Policy
Ukraine military-aid donors aim to set Kyiv up through 2027, Pentagon says
Thursday’s meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group will be Austin’s last as SecDef.
Science & Tech
China’s escalating cyber attacks highlight Biden, Trump differences
The incoming administration aims to reduce government’s role in cybersecurity—but also to increase its offensive actions.
Threats
Costs of the CR: Marines will miss full strength, and more
A continuing resolution is better than a shutdown, but it’s still a stopgap that hurts.
Policy
US force in Syria is larger than previously known, Pentagon says
Military operations against ISIS are increasing, along with diplomatic outreach to the new government.
Threats
Pentagon’s annual China-power report notes nuclear, influence threats—but also corruption
New edition takes note of intelligentized warfare, cognitive domain operations.
Science & Tech
US has the tech to down Jersey drones—but not the policy, officials say
One maker of counter-drone tech says it’s ready to “shoot down whatever is going overhead.”
Threats
As Trump pushes ceasefire talks, Ukrainians push back with conditions
One Ukrainian lawmaker says Kyiv needs security guarantees and promised weapons.
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Science & Tech
Are AI defense firms about to eat the Pentagon?
Competitors are becoming collaborators in the industry’s hottest segment.
Science & Tech
Defense officials hopeful incoming administration keeps funding cutting-edge tech
Amid competing priorities, they pitched dual-use research as key to competing with China.
Threats
US strikes ISIS in Syria as Assad regime falls
“The future here will be written by Syrians,” a White House official told reporters.
Threats
‘Multi-headed monster’: Biden, Trump officials address China-Russia-Iran coordination
U.S. officials say adversaries' cooperation shows their weakness, not their strength.
Threats
Russia in talks to send fighter jets to North Korea, INDOPACOM says
U.S. should continue to build deterrence in the Asia-Pacific region, Paparo says.
Business
Can OpenAI power military drone defenses? New partnership with Anduril offers clues
Partnership aims to help operators “assess drone threats more quickly and accurately.”
Policy
Could Trump’s pick for Pentagon No. 2 accelerate DOD’s hypersonic efforts?
Stephen Feinberg has an impressive business record and deep industry ties.
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Science & Tech
New AI tool for air defense takes on advanced missiles and drone swarms
The future of air defense is a lot more complex than radar bleeps.
Threats
Ceasefire in place, Biden signals optimism for broader Middle East peace
What does that mean for Gaza and the future of the region?
