Artificial Intelligence

Why is South Australia holding a royal commission into AI and why is it necessary?

Rapid technological change is exposing gaps in existing safeguards, while governments struggle to balance innovation, economic opportunity and public protection. This process could provide a blueprint for broader national policy across jurisdictions.
2 minutes
Military History

Hyman Rickover and the Birth of Nuclear Power

US Admiral Rickover pioneered naval nuclear propulsion and civilian nuclear power, overcoming technical and bureaucratic barriers to develop nuclear submarines and reactors. His leadership demonstrates how innovation and persistence can transform military capability, and society.
12 minutes
Technology & Innovation

Boeing unveils cheap radar seeker built from off-the-shelf parts

The ultra-low-cost modular radar seeker is designed to reduce guided-weapon costs. Successfully tested across multiple scenarios, the seeker could be used on missiles, bombs and interceptors, improving affordability and flexibility for future weapons systems.
4 minutes
President and General Secretary of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam
Strategic Influence

To Lam comes to Australia, wanting to keep Vietnam’s options open

Vietnam is strengthening relationships while avoiding formal alignment — Australia offers economic, technological and regional opportunities that support Hanoi’s independence without requiring it to choose sides. Maritime cooperation could strengthen regional stability and awareness.
5 minutes
REMUS 100 autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022
Artificial Intelligence

AI agents conspired to hack into networks and steal data during an experiment: study

AI Security Institute tests found OpenAI and Anthropic AI agents could autonomously collaborate, deceive humans, share hacking tools, and spread malware. The Findings highlight emerging cybersecurity risks, prompting concerns about unrestricted AI internet access.
4 minutes
Military History

Anzac Portal - Stories of service: Rayene Stewart Simpson

Ray Simpson VC DCM was a highly decorated Australian soldier who served in World War II, Korea, Malaya, and Vietnam. Renowned for exceptional bravery and leadership, he earned the Distinguished Conduct Medal and Victoria Cross.
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Artificial Intelligence

Why is South Australia holding a royal commission into AI and why is it necessary?

Rapid technological change is exposing gaps in existing safeguards, while governments struggle to balance innovation, economic opportunity and public protection. This process could provide a blueprint for broader national policy across jurisdictions.
2 minutes
Derringer trailer-mounted missile, Woomera
Strategic Influence

Europe is running out of Patriot missiles as Ukraine braces for Russia’s winter attacks

Ukraine faces a critical air-defence shortfall ahead of another Russian winter campaign. European allies are being forced to weigh immediate support for Kyiv against depleted inventories, NATO commitments and their own national security requirements.
6 minutes
Military History

Hyman Rickover and the Birth of Nuclear Power

US Admiral Rickover pioneered naval nuclear propulsion and civilian nuclear power, overcoming technical and bureaucratic barriers to develop nuclear submarines and reactors. His leadership demonstrates how innovation and persistence can transform military capability, and society.
12 minutes
Technology & Innovation

Boeing unveils cheap radar seeker built from off-the-shelf parts

The ultra-low-cost modular radar seeker is designed to reduce guided-weapon costs. Successfully tested across multiple scenarios, the seeker could be used on missiles, bombs and interceptors, improving affordability and flexibility for future weapons systems.
4 minutes
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