The chief of space operations sets the tone for a digital force.
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U.S. and Allies Move to Secure Space Assets Against Hacking, Cyber Attacks
Brussels workshop told of moves to harden vital satellite capabilities against cyber threats.
A Lack of Major Movement Toward Human-Machine Teaming
An expert questions the Department of Defense’s commitment to build artificial intelligence capabilities at scale.
General Kelly Takes Command of ACC
General Mike Holmes retires as leader of Air Combat Command after 39 years of Air Force service.
Army Seeks Small Business Innovators for 'Fire Faster'
A first-of-its-kind Army Small Business Innovation Research pilot seeks to leverage small business innovators to help increase the rate of fire of self-propelled howitzer systems.
Space Force Aims to Double Anti-Jamming Capability
The U.S. Space Force announced that its Space and Missile Systems Center has successfully completed a key test of an anti-jamming capability.
Digitization Propels Headway on Dual Fronts
The U.S. Navy has opted for concurrence as its main tool for implementing both upgrades and innovations.
DARPA’s Gremlins Pass Second Flight Test
The Gremlins program aims to launch groups of unmanned aerial systems from multiple types of military aircraft while out of range from adversary defenses.
Army Names Component Command for U.S. Space Command
Naming USASMDC as the service component command to both Space Command and Strategic Command will strengthen integration and synchronization of these vital operations.
New Leader Takes Over Space Command
Gen. James Dickinson, USA, has stepped into the role as commander of the U.S. Space Command.
Crafting the Base of the Future
AFWERX and the Air Force leverage innovation for future installations, as well as for rebuilding Tyndall.
DISA’s Fourth Estate Network Optimization is on Track
Despite the interference of a global pandemic, a DOD information technology modernization project led by the agency advances.
China’s Hong Kong Crackdown Spurs Indo-Pacific Distress
China's crackdown on Hong Kong has sent shock waves throughout the nations of the Indo-Pacific region, says the U.S. commander tasked with ensuring peace and security in that area.
U.S. Army Officials Aim to Win the War for Talent
U.S. Army initiatives aim to better attract and retain talented personnel, including those in the technology arena.
Army Suggests Adding Five Eyes Nation Allies in JADC2
"We’re going to add ‘C’ in front of JADC2.”—James McPherson, undersecretary of the Army
LTG Crawford: COVID-19 Likely Affects Army's Future
The COVID-19 pandemic likely will result in an array of permanent changes for the Army, affecting a number of areas, including training, teleworking and medicine.
Army Futures Command Builds Software Factory
The command's new center aims to churn out adroit coders that can thrive in multidomain warfare.
Advice for the Pacific Region
Outgoing Pacific Air Forces commander warns of growing Chinese operations.
Access to Data is Key for Indo-Pacific Operations
Pacific Air Forces leaders call for improved communications and information in a challenging region.
Space Force Sends Additional GPS Capability into Space
The third launch of the GPS III system adds performance and protection.