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Defense News Digest: June 2026 Update
July 01 by IDGA EditorThis month we look at a new solution to transport personnel, the Army's new Low-Cost Interceptor (LCI) program, and more.
Air Force Seeks Breakthrough Energy Storage Solutions to Strengthen Installation Resilience
June 25 by Evan BeebeThis June, the Air Force launched a new opportunity to accelerate advanced energy storage.
Golden Dome Explained: What the U.S. Missile Defense Shield Means for Space, Hypersonics and Homeland Defense
June 22 by IDGA EditorWhat is Golden Dome? Learn how the U.S. missile defense shield could reshape space-based sensors, hypersonic defense, homeland missile defense and more.
Project Janus Explained: Why the U.S. Army Wants Microreactors on Military Bases by 2028
June 10 by IDGA EditorWhat is Project Janus? Learn how the U.S. Army plans to deploy nuclear microreactors on military bases by 2028.
JIATF 401 Explained: How the Pentagon’s New Counter-UAS Task Force Is Changing Drone Defense
June 03 by IDGA EditorWhat is JIATF 401? Learn how the Pentagon’s new counter-UAS task force is changing U.S. drone defense, C-UAS procurement, homeland security and more.
Defense News Digest: May 2026 Update
June 01 by IDGA EditorThis month we look at four stories, including plans to test a hypersonic weapon interceptor, and a new Army marketplace for arms exports.
Counter-UAS for Critical Infrastructure: Defense-Grade Response When Seconds Define the Outcome
May 19 by Alex VakulovWith billions of dollars at the disposal of DHS and DoW for counter-UAS technologies, this IDGA article looks at some of the solutions available.
The Top 10 Defense Logistics and Energy Priorities Shaping 2026
May 12 by Allan DayAllen Day, Chairman of the Defense Logistics & Energy Summit, shares his 10 top priorities in defense logistics and energy security.
Defense News Digest: April 2026 Update
May 01 by IDGA EditorFive stories from this month include SOUTHCOM's new Autonomous Warfare Command, a Space Force decision for the Golden Dome, and more.
The President’s FY 2027 Budget Request And How It Will Impact Defense Conversations
April 23 by Evan BeebeThe latest article from IDGA connects the President's budget request and upcoming IDGA events.
Five Takeaways from IDGA’s Homeland Security Week 2026
April 10 by Evan BeebeTo best summarize all the knowledge gained during the two-day conference, event chairman Nelson Balido joined IDGA to share his five key takeaways.
Defense News Digest: March 2026 Update
April 01 by IDGA EditorFive stories that flew under the radar in March, from the Army’s new drone marketplace to bonus funds for the Golden Dome.
