U.S. Air Force
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- 2026-10-18 research_milestone The U.S. Air Force successfully tested a pilot's command of an autonomous drone wingman in simulated combat. source
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F-22 pilot commands drone wingman in simulated combat test
The U.S. Air Force has successfully tested a new system where an F-22 Raptor pilot commanded an Anduril YFQ-44A Fury drone during a simulated combat mission. This test is a crucial step in the Air Force's Collaborative …
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WindBorne Systems uses 700 balloons for AI weather forecasting
WindBorne Systems, an aerospace company, operates approximately 700 weather balloons globally. These balloons gather atmospheric sensor data, which the company sells and also utilizes to train its proprietary AI weather…
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WindBorne secures $50M Air Force contract; Dragon Quest co-creator uses AI for rapid game dev · 4 sources tracked
WindBorne, a Silicon Valley startup specializing in AI-powered weather prediction using balloons, has secured a significant contract with the U.S. Air Force valued at nearly $50 million. Separately, Dragon Quest co-crea…
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WindBorne secures $49M US Air Force contract for AI weather balloon data
WindBorne Systems has secured a significant contract with the U.S. Air Force, potentially worth up to $49 million, for its autonomous weather balloon data. The startup operates a global fleet of approximately 700 balloo…
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AI-driven warfare code poses new security risks
Modern warfare is increasingly reliant on software, introducing significant security risks. Defense technology companies are developing complex command-and-control platforms that integrate various systems and AI, making…
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Healthcare AI Pilots Often Fail Due to Workflow Issues, Not Model Limits
Many pilot programs for generative artificial intelligence in healthcare fail to achieve sustained productivity or measurable financial impact, with only about 5% reaching successful implementation according to a 2025 M…
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NASA secretly aims to return retired SR-71A Blackbird to flight
NASA is reportedly attempting to return a retired SR-71A Blackbird aircraft to flight status, a project that began earlier this year. The agency has reached out to former SR-71A engineers and staff, including Mike Relja…
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Fusion Startups Partner with Defense Sector for National Security Deals
Several fusion power startups are forming new partnerships within the defense sector, rekindling the connection between fusion energy and national security. Companies like Commonwealth Fusion Systems, General Atomics, H…
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Saab unveils high-end autonomous combat aircraft concept
Saab has unveiled its A3 concept for a collaborative combat aircraft, designed as a high-end, autonomous, supersonic, and tailless air vehicle. This concept aims to complement existing crewed fighters like the Gripen E …
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Transistors replaced vacuum tubes, enabling smaller, faster, and more reliable computers
Transistors revolutionized computing by replacing vacuum tubes, enabling smaller, faster, and more reliable electronic devices. This shift, spearheaded by innovations at Bell Labs, led to significant reductions in size,…
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WindBorne Systems raises $37M for AI-powered weather forecasting
WindBorne Systems, a startup specializing in weather prediction using data from long-flying weather balloons and AI models, has secured $37 million in Series B funding. The round, co-led by Khosla Ventures and Galvanize…
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DARPA and U.S. Air Force test AI-controlled F-16 fighter jet
DARPA and the U.S. Air Force have successfully conducted a flight test of an AI-controlled F-16 fighter jet. This milestone demonstrates the potential for autonomous flight in advanced military aircraft, marking a signi…
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AI agents' 'tokenmaxxing' era ends amid massive inefficiencies and high costs
The brief era of "tokenmaxxing," where companies rapidly deployed AI agents without adequate management, has concluded with significant inefficiencies and unexpected costs. George Sivulka, founder of Hebbia, argues that…
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DARPA and U.S. Air Force test AI-controlled F-16 fighter jet · 4 sources tracked
The U.S. Air Force and DARPA have successfully conducted flight tests of an AI-controlled F-16 fighter jet as part of the Viper Experimentation and Next-generation Operations Model (VENOM) program. This milestone, build…
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AI-driven malware mutation challenges traditional security models
Traditional enterprise security relies on recognizing known threats, but this approach is failing due to AI-driven malware mutation. Attackers can now rapidly generate polymorphic variants that are unique and short-live…
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Japan tests Mach-5 ramjet engine for hypersonic flights
Japan has successfully conducted a ground combustion trial of a ramjet engine designed for Mach-5 hypersonic aircraft. This test, a collaboration between JAXA and several universities, is a significant step towards enab…
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Salesforce tests Agentforce AI for secure U.S. Air Force deployment
Salesforce is testing its Agentforce platform for the U.S. Air Force, aiming to enhance secure AI capabilities within government operations. This initiative explores the integration of AI agents into sensitive defense e…
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US policy struggles to define economic security goals amid China competition
An essay contest winner highlights the lack of coherence in U.S. economic security policy, particularly concerning its industrial base and reliance on China. The author argues that policymakers struggle to identify crit…
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Pentagon tests autonomous F-16 fighter jet in real-world dogfights
The U.S. Air Force has conducted advanced flight tests involving an autonomous F-16 fighter jet, designated the X-62A VISTA. In a significant development, a top Air Force official even rode in the cockpit during these t…