DARPA Will Use Marine Life to Spy on Enemy Subs
With PALS, DARPA is turning the sensors towards marine life in hopes of recruiting them as underwater spies.
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DARPA Wants To Buy Your Best Jetpack Ideas
A recent U.S. DARPA initiative seeks innovative research submissions to aid in developing jetpack technology.
Mysterious Insignias and Symbols from the Classified World
From Aliens, Wizards, to Dragons. The Classified World is Teeming With Hidden Messages
From Aliens, Wizards, to Dragons. The Classified World is Teeming With Hidden Messages
The Debrief takes a look at 9 of the most mysterious emblems we've come across from within the classified world.
France’s Space Force Conducts First Military Drills Against Space-Based “Threats”
Alongside the US Space Force and German space command, France’s space force conducted its first military drills in outer space to counter threats from space based objects. The head of France’s newly created Space Command, Michel Friedling, said the drills...
Russian Hackers Currently Targeted In Mysterious Cyberwar
Four Major Dark Web Russian Cybercrime Forums Have Been Hacked Recently
Four Major Dark Web Russian Cybercrime Forums Have Been Hacked Recently
A mysterious person or group is currently waging cyberwar on online forums used by Russian hackers and cybercriminals on the dark web. According to security analysts, at least four major Russian-language cybercrime forums, serving thousands of experienced cybercriminals, have been...
Top 7 “Drone Killers” Currently in Development
Militaries around the world know UAVs are a threat. Here is The Debrief's list of the top 7 "Drone Killers."
Militaries around the world know UAVs are a threat. Here is The Debrief's list of the top 7 "Drone Killers."
Militaries around the world know UAVs are a threat. Here is The Debrief's list of the top 7 "Drone Killers."
U.S. Unprepared For Coming AI Threat, National Security Commission Finds
The National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence (NSCAI) says the U.S. is unprepared to compete with China in the coming AI era.
Mysterious Malware ‘Silver Sparrow’ Infects Tens-of-Thousands of Macs
The cybersecurity firm Red Canary reports finding a mysterious and previously undetected macOS malware, dubbed "Silver Sparrow," lurking on nearly 30,000 Macs worldwide.
A Ton of the New Defense Technologies Being Unveiled at IDEX-2021
A host of brand new defense technologies will be on display at this years International Defense Conference and Expo in Abu Dhabi.
UK Launching “high risk” Scientific Agency ARIA to take “great leaps into the unknown”
ARIA To Rival US Based DARPA In Developing Cutting-Edge and Novel Technology.
ARIA To Rival US Based DARPA In Developing Cutting-Edge and Novel Technology.
The UK has just announced the spending of £800 million over five years on ARIA, a "high risk" science agency designed to take "great leaps into the unknown."
Major Breakthrough in Quantum Electronic Warfare Achieved by Army Research
U.S. Army Research Labs say they are on their way to developing quantum electronic warfare, rendering adversaries EW systems obsolete.
Meet the Apache V6- The Army’s Newest Version of the Iconic AH-64 Gunship
The U.S. Army recently announced the latest version of their iconic helicopter gunship, the AH-64E Apache V6, has entered service. Purpose-built to defeat enemy armor, personal, and reconnaissance, the AH-64 Apache has been one of the world’s most fearsome attack...
DARPA’s ‘Manta Ray’ Underwater Drone Could Be a Game Changer
DARPA's new UUV, Manta Ray, could end up having an immense impact on all sectors of the naval and maritime industry.
Army Research Develops ‘Living Material’ that Interacts with its Environment
Inspired by the trendy Kombucha tea, "Syn-SCOBY" is a living material capable of detecting and defending itself from threats in its environment.
Inspired by the trendy Kombucha tea, "Syn-SCOBY" is a living material capable of detecting and defending itself from threats in its environment.
Inspired by Kombucha tea, "Syn-SCOBY" is a living material capable of detecting and defending itself from treats in its environment.
Lockheed’s SR-72 Spy Plane May Be Autonomous and Reach Mach 6
Lockheed-Martin is developing a replacement for the long-retired SR-71 called the SR-72. With a host of upgrades, this plane is still a big mystery.
Spirit AeroSystems’ “Loyal Wingman” Crewless Fighter Jet Will Transform Battlespace
Spirit AeroSystems is leading a team to develop a prototype of the UK's first crewless fighter aircraft, dubbed "Loyal Wingman."
Russia’s Su-57 will ‘Easily Kill’ the F-35, claims Russian Pilot as the Fighter Enters Service
Despite over a decade of problems and questions about capabilities, Russian pilot say's Russia's Su-57 could "easily kill" the F-35.
Section 31: The Military Coders Who Hacked How We Track Objects in Space
Section 31 is a group of coders that have hacked their way into keeping track of all objects in Earth's orbit, both known and unknown.
Trump Signs Order on Threats Posed By Unmanned Aircraft Systems
In one of his final acts as president, Trump signs an executive order aimed at addressing threats posed by unmanned aircraft systems.
Air Force Says Second B-21 Raider Currently In Production
The Air Force recently announced the production of a second B-21 Raider, and revealed first flight for the stealth bomber should come in 2022.
Are the New Chinese Aircraft Carriers a Threat?
China has announced it is building new aircraft carriers and increasing her naval power. Does this represent an increasing threat?
Ghost Fleet Overlord Passes Latest Sea Trials
The Navy says its Ghost Fleet Overlord recently proved itself capable of sailing nearly 5,000 nautical miles autonomously.
Senior NASA Scientist Pleads Guilty To Lying About Ties To China’s ‘Thousand Talents Program’
On January 13, 2021, a former senior NASA scientist pled guilty in Manhattan federal court for making false statements about their involvement with China’s Thousand Talents Program. A program U.S. authorities say amounts to a spy ring, seeking to steal...
New DARPA Night-Vision Tech Will Be As Simple As A Pair of Glasses
DARPA is developing night-vision technology that uses a single lens making a set of goggles no bigger than a pair of glasses.
Shocking Documents Show Government Paid Millions to Chase UFOs and Werewolves
A Debrief investigation and new unredacted documents shows the odd history of a secretive government program into UFOs and the paranormal.
A Secretive Technology Could Be Bad News For Capitol Rioters
Unbeknownst to them, a secretive technology that might have been in use could spell bad news for pro-Trump extremists who stormed the U.S. Capitol Building. On Wednesday, January 6th, hordes of pro-Trump extremists stormed the U.S. Capitol, sending elected representatives,...
Russia Developing a New Unmanned Aerial ‘Drone Killer’
Russia is developing a 'drone killer' that will be able to hunt down and destroy lethal enemy drones to fill a major gap in their air defense.
Pentagon Releases New Counter-Drone Strategy
The Pentagon just released its new joint forces counter-drone strategy, detailing their plans for addressing small unmanned aircraft threats.
Air Force Spacecraft Will Beam Solar Power to Earth
Named Arachne, this new satellite will transfer solar energy wirelessly back to any location on the planet.
Named Arachne, this new satellite will transfer solar energy wirelessly back to any location on the planet.
The Arachne spacecraft is scheduled for launch in 2024. It is built to capture solar energy, convert it and then transmit that power to Earth.
The Nevernight Connection – A ‘Candy Store’ for Espionage
Dramatically shaking his head, “Five years working side-by-side. You think you know a guy,” mutters the fictional Rob Carson with palpable disgust. In the next scene, a static video characteristic of a police car-mounted camera captures a sheriff’s deputy, gun...
The Nashville Bombing, an In-Depth Analysis of this Bizarre Event
Early Christmas morning, residents of the trendy condos along Second Avenue overlooking the bustling historic district of downtown Nashville, Tennessee, found themselves jolted awake by the startling sounds of rapid gunfire. Just a block shy of the Cumberland River, the...
Police, FAA Notified After Sightings of Unidentified Aerial Object Over Hawaii
An unidentified aerial object that recently appeared in the night sky over Honolulu resulted in 911 calls to local law enforcement, as well as inquiries with the Federal Aviation Administration.
Robotic Combat Vehicles and AI Aircraft Announced by U.S. Military
A series of recent announcements indicate the U.S. armed forces are placing big money into robotics and AI.
A series of recent announcements indicate the U.S. armed forces are placing big money into robotics and AI.
A trio of recent announcements in December indicate that the US military is investing in robotic combat vehicles and AI fighter aircraft.
UAP Task Force to Provide Report to Senate Intelligence Committee
The recent passing of the Intelligence Authorization Act for 2021 may help shed light on the Pentagon's current investigations into UFOs.
The recent passing of the Intelligence Authorization Act for 2021 may help shed light on the Pentagon's current investigations into UFOs.
While the Intelligence Authorization Act for 2021 has been passed, questions remain about a forthcoming report by the Navy's UAP Task Force.
Europe At The Forefront of Hypersonic Missile Defense
Germany joined its European allies this month in the space based hypersonic missile defense system, TWISTER.
Germany joined its European allies this month in the space based hypersonic missile defense system, TWISTER.
Europe may be technologically poised to lead the world in defense against future hypersonic missiles via its space-based TWISTER program.
New Commercial Satellite’s Images Are So Clear They Raise Privacy Concerns
Capella Space just announced that it has created a satellite so powerful that it can see through walls and take crystal clear photos anywhere.
Space Force to Triple in Size by 2021
As the U.S. Space Force nears its first anniversary, the plan is to expand from 2,400 active-duty troops to 6,400 by the end of 2021.
Cozy Bear — Russia’s Cyberspies Suspected In Latest Government Hacks
Earlier this week, The Debrief reported U.S. government networks were targeted by a Russian hacking group called Cozy Bear, in what could end up being one of the most significant hacking incidents to date. Currently, the true scope and implications...
Former CIA Director John Brennan Says We Should be Open-Minded About UFOs
Former CIA Director John Brennan said UFOs possibly "could involve some type of activity that...constitutes a different form of life."
Japan Invests $48 Billion in Development of “Metamaterial” F-X Stealth Fighter
Japan has announced its partnership with defense giant Lockheed Martin in an effort to build a sixth-generation F-X stealth fighter that will be decorated with radar-evading “plasma stealth” and whose manufacture will include “metamaterial application,” potentially ushering in a new...
Here Goes the Air Force’s ‘Big News’
For nearly two weeks, the Air Force has been teasing some big news was coming. Now, today, the Air Force have announced jsut what it is.
Cutting-Edge Simulation Technology Being Developed for Military Training
Combining real-life historical military engagements with modern simulation technology, the program is touted as “the ultimate tool for military education and battle analysis."
Combining real-life historical military engagements with modern simulation technology, the program is touted as “the ultimate tool for military education and battle analysis."
With hopes of improving the training of future U.S. military leaders, researchers at Purdue University have developed a cutting-edge simulation program that offers students a virtual reality 3-D tour of the famed WWII D-Day battle at Normandy, France. By taking...
The Army’s Next Generation Prototype Tanks Have Arrived
Soldiers with the 82nd Airborne at Fort Bragg will soon begin testing prototypes for the Army’s light tanks of the future.
Soldiers with the 82nd Airborne at Fort Bragg will soon begin testing prototypes for the Army’s light tanks of the future.
Soldiers with the 82nd Airborne at Fort Bragg will soon begin testing prototype tanks set to become the Army’s future light armored vehicle.
Leaked Photo of Russia’s Secret Laser Weapon Appears Online
The photos offer a first glimpse at what is believed to be the new “tactical laser,” first reported by Russian press in January.
The photos offer a first glimpse at what is believed to be the new “tactical laser,” first reported by Russian press in January.
The photos offer a first glimpse at what is believed to be the new “tactical laser,” first reported by Russian press in January.
Watch: The U.S. Space Force “Origins” Video is Pretty Impressive
Space Force has released its new "Origins" video, and we’ve got to admit: America’s cosmic defense force is starting to look a little more badass.
Battelle Designing Materials For Breakthrough Hypersonic Speeds
Battelle Memorial Institute awarded nearly $50 million dollars by the DoD to manufacture materials capable of withstanding speeds excess of Mach 5.
Battelle Memorial Institute awarded nearly $50 million dollars by the DoD to manufacture materials capable of withstanding speeds excess of Mach 5.
The global race for hypersonic flight continues to heat up. Presently, the United States, Russia, China, Australia, India, France, and Germany are all actively developing technologies to allow for flight at over five times the speed of sound. But engineering...
France latest to get OK to develop ‘super soldiers’
Military Ethics Committee to Allow ‘Augmented’ Army.
Military Ethics Committee to Allow ‘Augmented’ Army.
On Tuesday, a French military ethics committee approved development of “augmented soldiers” for the French army, according to CNN. The approval allows for medical advancements like prosthetics and implants, as well as tracking and connectivity technology. BACKGROUND: French Super Soldiers?...
Mind Reading Soldiers: US Army Develops New Tech That Could Make this A Reality
The US Army is working to make it possible for soldiers to communicate telepathically by decoding signals from the brain.
The US Army is working to make it possible for soldiers to communicate telepathically by decoding signals from the brain.
New research into brain signals presents a future with mind reading soldiers and their possible ability to communicate telepathically.
Lethal Drones Won’t Transform Warfare But They Will Transform Terrorism
Rogue Actors and the Future Threat of Lethal UAVs.
Rogue Actors and the Future Threat of Lethal UAVs.
Experts are concerned that lethal drones will be truly transformative when placed into the hands of non-state actors and terrorists.
Leaked UFO Photo Surfaces Showing Purported “Unidentified Aerial Phenomena”
Taken from the cockpit of an F/A-18 fighter jet, the photo shows an unidentified aerial object as it hovered above the ocean.
Taken from the cockpit of an F/A-18 fighter jet, the photo shows an unidentified aerial object as it hovered above the ocean.
Taken from the cockpit of an F/A-18 fighter jet, the photo shows purported unidentified aerial phenomena observed as it hovered above the ocean.