
US Department of War Backs Brazilian Rare-Earth Mine Project
The U.S. Department of Defense announced a $750 million investment to support Brazil's Serra Verde mine, aiming to secure long-term domestic supplies of critical rare-earth elements.
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The U.S. Department of Defense announced a $750 million investment to support Brazil's Serra Verde mine, aiming to secure long-term domestic supplies of critical rare-earth elements.

The U.S. Department of Defense is reportedly facing an urgent budget deficit caused by the high costs of the war in Iran, potentially leading to critical funding lines drying up in weeks.

The U.S. Department of Defense has released a fourth set of declassified documents concerning unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), commonly known as UFOs, as part of an ongoing transparency initiative.

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has awarded Parallel Works, an Illinois-based software company and Argonne spinout, a contract to connect military supercomputers with major cloud platforms. This initiative aims to enhance the Pentagon's computing capabilities.
Quectel, a Chinese IoT module supplier, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) in response to being placed on a blacklist.

Google has launched its Gemini AI as a new desktop application for Windows and Mac, while also reportedly engaging in discussions with the U.S. Department of Defense for its potential deployment in classified settings. These developments mark a significant expansion of Gemini's reach into both consumer and government sectors.
Google is increasing its engagement with the U.S. Department of Defense and has sent a 'clear message' to employees, assuring them that its AI work aligns with company principles and emphasizing a robust review process for national security contracts.

The US Department of War has approved the sale of tactical anti-ship missiles and Link-16 communication and information systems to Bulgaria, enhancing its military capabilities.

Sam Altman said on Monday that OpenAI is working with the U.S. Department of Defense to make some changes in their agreement
Oracle has signed a significant 10-year, $7 billion contract with the U.S. Department of Defense, a development closely watched by investors.

The Pentagon and SpaceX are reportedly in negotiations regarding the use of SpaceX's data center capacities, which the U.S. Department of Defense intends to utilize for running AI applications.

Hesai Technology, a Chinese lidar maker with ties to Nvidia, has been blacklisted by the U.S. Department of Defense as a national security threat and designated a Chinese military entity in 2024.
WuXi AppTec has filed a complaint against the U.S. Department of Defense, challenging the department's decision to link the company to the Chinese military.

The U.S. Department of Defense announced it has signed agreements with eight major technology companies to utilize their artificial intelligence tools within its classified networks, notably excluding Anthropic.
An analytical piece discusses how Japan should strategically respond to China's escalating nuclear threat, noting the U.S. Department of Defense's assessment that China could possess over 1,000 nuclear warheads by 2030.

Pham Duc Trung Kien used to walk the halls of the White House and the U.S. Department of Defense, before dedicating his American connection to fostering Vietnamese talents.

Anthropic has been blacklisted by the U.S. Department of Defense after refusing to enable domestic surveillance and autonomous weapons, sparking global concerns about AI safety and governance.
In an unprecedented dispute between the US government and a private business, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has declared Anthropic a supply chain risk -- a measure usually reserved for companies…

The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded contracts totaling $76.6 billion to General Dynamics Electric Boat and Huntington Ingalls Industries-Newport News Shipbuilding for the construction of 14 new submarines.
American Resources' ReElement Technologies has secured a $25 million investment from the U.S. Department of Defense. This funding is designated to expand the company's capacity for refining rare earth elements, crucial for various advanced technologies.

The U.S. Department of Defense released video footage of successful airstrikes conducted by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) on multiple Iranian military sites, including missile and drone storage facilities, on Thursday.

The U.S. Department of Defense has released previously secret files concerning unidentified flying objects (UFOs), providing new insights into the phenomenon.

Google is in talks with the U.S. Department of Defense regarding a potential agreement to deploy its Gemini AI in secure environments.
Palantir Technologies has reportedly secured a significant contract with the U.S. Department of Defense, prompting discussions on the potential impact on its stock.

Google is introducing Gemini AI agents for over 3 million civilian and military employees of the U.S. Department of Defense.
The U.S. Department of Defense has announced the cancellation of its military education fellowships at 13 prominent universities, citing concerns over 'toxic indoctrination' within these institutions.