RSS Defense Industry News'Mission ahead, heavens above' February 7, 2026Welcome to Fictional Intelligence, the first of a monthly series that explores the future through short stories. Peter W. Singer and August ColeArmy moves to link a full division with its next-gen C2 prototype February 6, 2026Ivy Sting 4 tested out logistics, tracking soldiers’ vitals and overcoming jammers. Meghann MyersThe D Brief: Cost of the DC Guard mission; Shipyard reports production rise; US dronemakers in Asia; Carrier clears builder’s trials; And a bit more. February 6, 2026The president’s decision to deploy the National Guard in Washington, D.C., is costing taxpayers $1.65 million daily, a total of more than $330 million since August, according to a report released Thursday by Senate Democrats on the Homeland Security Committee. The lawmakers said they investigated the matter “after the Department of Defense failed to respond […] Ben WatsonHII CEO touts productivity gains—but says new contracts are needed to sustain progress February 6, 2026Shipyard exec says deals to build attack and ballistic-missile subs must be inked by mid-year. Lauren C. WilliamsPentagon leaders should have more control over services’ tech budgets, GAO suggests February 6, 2026Unsurprisingly, “The Departments of Army, Air Force, and Navy disagreed.” Patrick Tucker Police Chief MagazineOperationalizing International Protocols February 4, 2026When a U.S. law enforcement officer arrests a foreign national, they must take extra legal steps as part of a process called Consular Notification and Access (CNA). The U.S. Department of State partnered with the Los Angeles County, California, Sheriff’s Department (LASD) International Liaison Unit on this article to demonstrate the importance of CNA, illustrate […] David TeodosioProtecting Children from AI-Based Sexual Exploitation February 3, 2026With the rise of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), new dimensions of child exploitation have emerged, with greater capacity to do harm and increased enforcement complexity. Just as GenAI tools act for legitimate businesses as resource multipliers for improved efficiency, they can also broaden the reach of those who perpetrate digital child abuse. Chatbots are being […] David TeodosioInclusive Policing Through Innovation February 1, 2026The sirens wail, and a blue-and-red flash fills the rearview mirror. For most drivers, a traffic stop is routine. For someone with autism, it can be a storm of confusion, anxiety, and misinterpreted signals—an ordinary moment suddenly charged with risk. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects each person differently: some face daily challenges that require constant support, […] David TeodosioCross-Border Crime Demands Cross-Border Reach February 1, 2026Imagine a crime scene where a fired bullet or cartridge case could unlock the entire story, linking a local homicide to a drug cartel across the border or even tying together a transnational network of violent offenders. In the early 1990s, this would have required painstaking manual work by forensic experts and sheer luck. Today, […] Margaret WhiteThe Psychology of Investment-Romance Scams February 1, 2026Investment scams are deceptive practices that attempt to persuade individuals to invest using false or misleading information. Victims are often enticed with promises of huge profits while being assured that the associated risks are minimal. Investment scams have been reported as one of the most prevalent forms of financial fraud globally. The post The Psychology of […] David Teodosio Contact Us
