Strategic Influence

Japan and Australia can be a model for middle-power cooperation

The two nations demonstrate how complementary middle powers can convert strategic alignment into practical regional leadership. Defence procurement, energy security and critical-minerals investment provide foundations for broader institution-building across the Indo-Pacific and Gulf.
3 minutes
Technology & Innovation

From dance floor to war: China readies humanoid robots for combat

Research into battlefield roles, training systems and troop integration is accelerating military humanoid-robot development. Though not yet deployed, advances in AI and robotics could make humanoids viable combat and support systems within 5-10 years.
8 minutes
Communication & Cognition

Proposed laws would let you opt out of social media algorithms. An expert explains

Australia’s proposed digital duty of care laws would let users opt out of social media algorithms, require platforms to manage harmful content risks, and impose fines. The laws raise questions about implementation, enforcement and effectiveness.
5 minutes
PC-9/A and PC-21's Perth.
Air & Space Power

To lift capacity and save money, shift some fighter training to turboprops

RAAF pilot training capacity needs to increase significantly. Advanced turboprops can provide sophisticated training while embedded simulation can replicate complex tactical scenarios. A hybrid training model could maximise training efficiency. France and Switzerland already use turboprops.
5 minutes
C-17A Globemaster III Suncorp Riverfire 2026.
Cyber

Don’t let AI distract from cybersecurity basics, officials and executives warn

AI accelerates attacks and improves defensive analysis, but identity management, asset visibility, patching, network monitoring and multifactor authentication remain decisive. Organisations should adopt new tools without neglecting controls that prevent routine compromises.
3 minutes
Technology & Innovation

Back to life: How Shield AI’s future unmanned fighter made decades-old tech new again

GE Aerospace’s 30-year-old AVEN thrust-vectoring nozzle is being used to accelerate development of the X-BAT autonomous fighter aircraft. The refurbished technology enabled rapid testing, with hover trials planned as both companies pursue improved future versions.
5 minutes
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