Recap: Autonomy dominates the US Army’s 2026 conference in Washington
Dominating displays at this year’s show was an unmistakable surge in automation and unmanned systems, as well as weaponry and vehicle capabilities.
By Defense News staff
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Voting by absentee ballot? It’s time.
If you're a service member or military family member and plan to vote by absentee ballot in the Nov. 3 election, it's time to take action.
By Karen Jowers
US Army, Navy research labs team up to combat Arctic cold
As the Department of Defense eyes greater operability in the Arctic, it needs equipment that can operate in temps as low as -50 degrees Fahrenheit.
97% of US soldiers complete brain health assessment
Medical professionals use the data to monitor soldiers' cognitive health throughout their military careers, allowing them to spot significant changes.
Startup wants US soldiers to command AI agents through its smart glasses
Rivet's CEO envisions a world where a soldier commands an AI agent, and the AI agent commands the robots and drones.
US Army report cites systematic failures in 2025 helicopter and jet collision that killed 67
The key factor was two broken radio transmissions, resulting in the helicopter crew not receiving critical details from air traffic control.
By David Shepardson, Reuters