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20 November

A B-52 Stratofortress aircrew member participating in a laser eye protection test. Eyewear devices include separate day and night spectacles, ballistics spectacles, and visors designed to integrate with night vision goggles. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

USAF Upgrades Eyewear to Protect Pilots From Laser Threats

The US Air Force Life Cycle Management Center has launched a project to upgrade the eyewear of pilots to protect them from laser threats.

20 November

Cyber

A photo from the BlackBerry Network Operations Center in Waterloo, Canada.

Rojoef Manuel

BlackBerry Inks Cyber Enhancement Agreement for Malaysia

Canadian firm BlackBerry has signed a software and services agreement to boost Malaysia’s cybersecurity capabilities.

17 November

Cyber

Rojoef Manuel

US Air Force Seeks Reserve Personnel for Cyber Operations

The US Air Force has launched a program to enlist “cutting-edge talents” to enhance the US Department of Defense’s cyber competitiveness.

17 November

Technology

An expert constructs electronic circuit using digital tools

Rojoef Manuel

Raytheon to Modernize Tactical Radio Frequency Sensors for DARPA

DARPA has awarded Raytheon a $15-million contract to enhance the electronic capability of tactical radio frequency sensors.

16 November

Air

Joe Saballa

EDGE Wants Emirati Guided Weapons on French, Indian Fighter Aircraft

The UAE’s EDGE Group has announced plans to equip the country's Rafale F4s and India’s Tejas combat jets with locally produced precision-guided munitions.

15 November

Technology

An artist rendering of a Columbia-class nuclear submarine breaching the surface. The top half of the submarine can be seen above the water surrounding it.

Rojoef Manuel

Gecko Robotics to Demo Weld Inspection for Columbia Submarine Program

Gecko Robotics has won a contract to demonstrate advanced weld inspection services for the US Navy’s Columbia-class nuclear submarine program.

15 November

Technology

Australian and Singaporean defence personnel conduct CBRN training on board HMAS Brisbane whilst alongside in Sembawang *** Local Caption *** Australian Army special operations force soldiers from the Special Operations Engineer Regiment (SOER) joined 36th and 39th Battalion, Singapore Combat Engineers, specialists for counter-CBRNE (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and high-yield explosives) training in Singapore as part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2023. The Australian Army and Singapore Army combat engineers conducted training together in Singapore and on the Royal Australian Navy destroyer HMAS Brisbane to share skills and further enhance interoperability. SOER counter-CBRNE specialist soldiers are highly trained and responsible for developing Australian Defence Force doctrine and ensuring the ADF is equipped to meet current and future needs. SOER is an Australian Army special operations force unit within Special Forces Group providing the Australian Government with unique technical capabilities in support of the national interest.

Rojoef Manuel

Australia, Singapore Train for Hazardous Scenario Missions

Australia and Singapore have trained to improve interoperability in counter-chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives missions.

15 November

Technology

Joe Saballa

Biden, Xi to Sign Deal Prohibiting AI in Drones, Nuclear Weapons: Report

US President Joe Biden and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping will enter into an agreement to limit the use of artificial intelligence in military weapons.

14 November

Cyber