The service’s integration of cyber, electronic warfare and intelligence into the Air Combat Command forges ahead.
Defense Operations Blog
U.S. Army Taking Huge Steps Toward Interoperability
August 22, 2019
Engaged in a concerted modernization effort, the U.S. Army is making strides in overcoming a persistent challenge—interoperability.
Synthetic Training Environment Piques Partner Interest
August 22, 2019
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Officials in the United Kingdom, Iraq and the Indo-Pacific are showing interest in the U.S. Army's Synthetic Training Environment.
Training at the Point of Need Boosts Soldier Lethality
August 22, 2019
Using commercial gaming and simulation technology, the Army improves training, terrain knowledge and readiness.
Army Signal Corps to See Major Changes
August 21, 2019
Service leaders seek to prepare signal soldiers for multidomain operations.
Army to Release Data Strategy Soon
August 21, 2019
U.S. Army officials expect in the coming weeks to release a data strategy that will be closely aligned with the service's existing cloud strategy.
Army Adding Information Dominance to Campaign Plan
August 20, 2019
A U.S. Army strategy document currently being developed and due to be published this year will emphasize the need to dominate in the information realm.
Navy Creates More Powerful Information Management Position
August 19, 2019
The U.S. Navy has seized a tighter hold on the reins of information technology with a special assistant overseeing four directorates guiding the sea service in strategic planning and security.
Air Force Leader Looks to a 5th Generation Mindset for the Indo-Pacific
July 31, 2019
Commander in the Pan-Asian region is working to implement a modern outlook in a complicated atmosphere.
Digital Tools Will Bring the World to Army Soldiers
July 18, 2019
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Virtual 3D terrain mapping platform and a reconfigurable trainer will elevate Army training and readiness, leaders say.
DOD Releases Digital Modernization Strategy
July 17, 2019
The Defense Department’s latest IT-related strategy emphasizes cloud and cognitive computing.
Army Adds Cyber Capability to Counter-Drone System
July 15, 2019
Using the Army's enhanced cyber-enabled Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS) capability, soldiers were able to detect and counter common, small drones during their training.
U.S. Requires an Updated Nuclear Triad and Advanced Communication Systems
June 28, 2019
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The Joint Chief makes the case for robust tools to defend the nation.
Army Adds Radio Network Capability to Ground Robots
June 19, 2019
The service will use Persistent Systems’ mobile ad hoc networking technology to connect to its backpackable robot.
Corps Is Using New Satellite Communication System
June 19, 2019
This new system brings SATCOM capabilities in various formats to Marines and improves their ability to communicate in the field.
Artificial Intelligence for Air Operations
May 30, 2019
Top researchers at MIT will help the U.S. Air Force harness advanced algorithms and systems.
Cyber Is the Perfect Weapon
May 22, 2019
Cyber is fundamentally changing the national security landscape says David Sanger, national security correspondent for The New York Times.
Air Force Activates Electronic Warfare Squadron
May 21, 2019
The 53rd Wing brings on a new unit to provide electronic warfare and cyber assessment support.
Army CIO Envisions Internet of Strategic Things
May 15, 2019
"I think what’s on the horizon is more of a discussion of the Internet of Strategic Things,” said Lt. Gen. Bruce Crawford, USA, Army CIO/G-6.
Commercial Cloud Elevates Battlefield Capabilities
May 14, 2019
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The DOD's enterprise strategy is to outsource to the commercial cloud for a variety of capabilities.
