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US Army’s multidomain task force units could bring in allies, partners

Allies and partners could become a part of the Army's multidomain task force units, and U.S. Army Pacific is evaluating that possibility with Australia.

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US military must capitalize on civilian high-speed networks in Arctic

As Alaska looks to expand, harden and diversify its telecommunications infrastructure, DoD may find a path towards burden sharing, the author says.

Elon Musk blocking Starlink to stop Ukraine attack troubling for DoD

Top Air Force official says DoD may need to be more explicit in future defense contracts that services or products it purchases could be used in war.

Five teams to change how US Air, Space forces prepare to fight China

The Air Force secretary wants his department to start implementing changes by January 2024 and move rapidly that year.

Army Futures Command drafting next operating concept

What's after Multidomain Operations? Army Futures Command is beginning to work on an operational concept for 2040 and beyond.

Lawmakers try hitting pause on plan to buy communications satellite

The provision would prevent the service from buying a 12th WGS satellite until it certifies whether its needs could be met by a commercial provider.

Images show North Korea’s launch pad as it prepares its spy satellite

Satellite images taken Tuesday analyzed by The Associated Press showed activity at a main pad at North Korea's Sohae Satellite Launching Station.

South Korea launches first commercial-grade satellite

The domestically built three-stage Nuri rocket lifted off with a payload of eight satellites, including one to verify radar imaging technology.

UK competition watchdog approves $7.3B Viasat-Inmarsat merger

Regulators had paused the deal to study the impact on the market for wi-fi services on commercial flights.

European space companies launch bid for secure satellite network

A contract for the IRISS satellite constellation, worth $6.6 billion, is up for grabs in early 2024.