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US Army to officially add laser weapons amid drone threat

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The U.S. Pentagon is reportedly close to finalizing a significant contract to integrate directed energy weapons, specifically laser systems, into the United States Army's arsenal. This move is a direct response to the increasing threat posed by drones. The agreement would officially designate these laser weapons as a standard component of the Army's equipment. AI

IMPACT Integration of directed energy weapons like lasers could have implications for future military AI applications and autonomous targeting systems.

RANK_REASON Significant contract for military hardware integration. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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US Army to officially add laser weapons amid drone threat

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Landmark Deal Would Officially Add Laser Weapons to US Army Arsenal Facing a growing drone threat, the Pentagon is poised to sign a first-of-its-kind contract f

    Landmark Deal Would Officially Add Laser Weapons to US Army Arsenal Facing a growing drone threat, the Pentagon is poised to sign a first-of-its-kind contract for “Enduring High Energy Lasers”—and make directed energy weapons an official part of the Army’s kit. https://www. wired…

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