US Department of Defense

Dec- 2024 -

20 December

US Says China to Build 1,000 Nukes by 2030 in Staggering Annual Report

The Pentagon has released its annual report on China's military and security developments, including projections on its nuclear capabilities.

13 December

Americas

A soldier uses a handheld device to employ artificial intelligence for data analysis to guide rapid planning and execution of tactical-level operations

Joe Saballa

Pentagon Launches New AI Office to Prepare for Future Warfare

The US Department of Defense has announced the creation of a new office dedicated to the integration of artificial intelligence into military systems.

6 December

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Joe Saballa

Pentagon Unveils New Strategy for Countering Drone Threats

The US Department of Defense has introduced a new strategy aimed at enhancing the protection of military facilities and personnel from the growing threat of drones.

3 December

Technology

Joe Saballa

Chinese-Made LiDAR Sensors Pose Security Risks to US Defense Systems: Think Tank

A prominent American think tank has issued a stern warning to the US military regarding the security risks associated with using Chinese-made LiDAR sensors.

Nov- 2024 -

25 November

DOD Contracts

Joe Saballa

Boeing Clinches Another $2.4B KC-46A Tanker Aircraft Deal With US Air Force

Boeing has secured a $2.4-billion contract to supply the US Air Force with 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus aerial refueling aircraft.

20 November

Americas

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin participates in a joint press conference during the AUKUS Defense Ministerial Meeting with Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles and British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps, in Mountain View, California

Giulia Bernacchi

AUKUS Nations to Test ‘Offensive and Defensive’ Hypersonic Technologies

The US has signed an agreement with Australia and the UK to collaborate on “offensive and defensive” hypersonic technologies.

Oct- 2024 -

29 October

Americas

BAE Systems' collaboration with Aerospike will advance the development of data mesh solutions that would maximize the utility of the Army’s Unified Network, Army Data Platform, and other data-centric mission requirements.

Christine Casimiro

BAE Systems, Aerospike to Advance Real-Time Data Capabilities for US DoD

California-based Aerospike has joined BAE Systems’ Mission Advantage technology partnership to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making capabilities for the US Army.

21 October

Sea

Joe Saballa

US Army’s Watercraft Fleet Readiness Falls Below 40%: GAO

The US Army has struggled to maintain its watercraft fleet readiness, with fewer than 40 percent of vessels capable of performing missions in 2024.

8 October

Commentary

Aaron Pluto

It’s Time for the US Military to Prioritize Spectrum Policy

While safeguarding naval and air fleets is undeniably critical, the nature of modern warfare demands a shift in the Pentagon’s approach to electromagnetic warfare.

4 October

Americas