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Most "AI swarm" claims describe automation, not autonomy. CSIS found no verifiable evidence Russian swarming has been fielded. What has been, and what hasn't.
2026-08-29 · 12 min read
Defense industry guide to autonomous weapons policy — DoD Directive 3000.09, the FY2026 NDAA waiver provision, UN CCW talks, and compliance implications.
2026-08-06 · 12 min read
Analysis of the USAF Collaborative Combat Aircraft program — YFQ-42, YFQ-44, Increment 2 requirements, production plans, and the autonomous wingman market.
2026-08-05 · 12 min read
How AI is reshaping military command and control — CJADC2 architecture, Maven Smart System growth, FY27 budget signals, and the kill chain acceleration problem.
2026-08-05 · 12 min read
Military drone swarm technology in 2026 — Drone Crucible demonstrations, swarm autonomy architectures, the Chinese ATLAS system, and counter-swarm defense.
2026-08-05 · 12 min read