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Can Russia make the grade with the Checkmate?

Hype is not unusual when it comes to high-grade Russian military equipment, but things are different when the product is …

In data: Trends and trajectories in US defence spending

GlobalData's latest report illuminates the factors driving the surge in US defence spending, the evolution of priorities, and the projects …

Australia’s troops need approval to work under new security law

New legislation goes into force in Australia on 7 May 2024, requiring former defence personnel to seek approval from Australia’s …

Explainer: how ‘AI killer robots’ are threatening global security

The threat from artificial intelligence (AI) autonomous weapons and the need for international cooperation to mitigate the potentiality of “AI …

How did China hack the UK Ministry of Defence?

China stands accused of hacking the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) in a major cyberattack on armed forces’ SSCL payroll …

Finland partners with Virginia National Guard

On 2 May 2024, the Finnish Minister of Defence, Antti Häkkänen, and the Governor of Virginia, Glenn Youngkin, signed a …