defense technology

Lockheed Martin and Microsoft have launched Sanctum, a cloud‑native, AI‑driven counter‑unmanned aerial system (C‑UAS) that marries Lockheed’s sensor‑to‑effector engineering with Microsoft Azure’s cloud, telemetry and AI lifecycle tooling to deliver multi‑sensor detection, automated threat...

Microsoft and Lockheed Martin have announced a close collaboration to build Sanctum, a cloud-enabled, AI-driven counter‑uncrewed aerial system (C‑UAS) that fuses Lockheed Martin’s C‑UAS operational know‑how with Microsoft Azure’s cloud, analytics and agent tooling to deliver real‑time detection...

A new Principled Technologies (PT) study — circulated as a press release and picked up by partner outlets — argues that adopting a single‑cloud approach for AI on Microsoft Azure can produce concrete benefits in performance, manageability, and cost predictability, while also leaving room for...

Amid heightening U.S.-China tech rivalry and gathering clouds of suspicion around supply chain security, Microsoft’s recently announced decision to cease using China-based engineers for support on Pentagon cloud projects marks both a watershed moment for defense technology policy and a sobering...

The revelation that the United States National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) suffered a cyberattack—attributed to a Microsoft SharePoint vulnerability—marks a significant escalation in the ongoing cyber conflict between global superpowers and highlights the complex risks facing critical...

Microsoft has recently announced a significant policy shift: the company will no longer employ engineers based in China to provide technical support for the U.S. Department of Defense's (DoD) cloud computing systems. This decision follows an investigative report by ProPublica that raised...

Microsoft's recent decision to cease utilizing China-based engineers for supporting the U.S. Department of Defense's (DoD) cloud computing systems marks a significant shift in its operational practices. This move follows investigative reports highlighting potential security vulnerabilities...

Microsoft is once again at the center of a heated controversy, this time facing public and governmental backlash over its use of engineers based in China on projects tied to Pentagon cloud infrastructure. The debate erupted after explosive allegations surfaced, raising questions about how the...

The recent revelation that Microsoft employed China-based engineers to support the U.S. Department of Defense's (DoD) cloud computing systems has ignited a firestorm of concern over national security and cybersecurity vulnerabilities. This practice, which involved foreign engineers assisting...

Microsoft's recent decision to cease utilizing China-based engineers for supporting U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) cloud services has ignited a multifaceted discussion on national security, globalized tech operations, and the evolving standards for cloud security in government contracts. The...

The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) has recently launched its fifth enterprise-wide cloud environment, marking a significant advancement in its IT modernization efforts. This initiative underscores the agency's commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs...

Few undertakings within the U.S. federal government are as indicative of shifting strategic priorities as the Department of Defense’s ongoing review of its gargantuan software investments. The latest development—an exclusive confirmed by DefenseScoop—sees the Pentagon’s Chief Information Officer...

Microsoft is developing a specialized version of its AI assistant, Copilot, tailored for the United States Department of Defense (DoD), with availability anticipated no earlier than summer 2025. This initiative underscores the growing integration of artificial intelligence into national defense...

Microsoft’s vision for artificial intelligence-driven productivity in the public sector took a new turn with the announcement of a specialized 365 Copilot AI tool for the Department of Defense (DoD). This move signals an evolving relationship between Big Tech and government agencies, blending...

Few vulnerabilities command the immediate attention of IT administrators and security professionals quite like those affecting the core subsystems of Windows environments. Among the latest security issues emerging from the Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC), CVE-2025-32719 stands out for...

A week can be a long time in technology—especially when the news comes thick, fast, and brimming with implications for the future of Windows, AI, and the global startup ecosystem. From Seattle’s most ambitious new automation firm landing a venture round backed by tech’s kingmakers, to...

The story of Chaos RAT is emblematic of a larger cybersecurity trend: the migration of benign open-source tools into the shadowy corners of the cyber threat landscape. Once celebrated for their technical flexibility and communal development, these tools increasingly become the foundation for...

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, Pure Crypter has emerged as a formidable malware-as-a-service (MaaS) loader, adept at circumventing the latest security enhancements in Windows 11 24H2. This sophisticated tool has become a linchpin for threat actors deploying information...

The rapidly evolving landscape of national defense and intelligence is undergoing a profound transformation, propelled by the infusion of cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies. In this context, the recent collaboration between Figure Eight Federal (F8F) and Microsoft has emerged as a...

Microsoft's deepening collaboration with Israeli military and intelligence agencies has sparked significant debate and concern, particularly regarding the ethical implications of its technology being used in conflict zones. This article examines the extent of Microsoft's involvement, the nature...