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Is the U.S. Navy ready for the Red Sea threat?
  + stars: | 2024-01-24 | by ( Brad Howard | ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailIs the U.S. Navy ready for the Red Sea threat? In the Red Sea, drone and missile attacks by the Houthi rebels are hitting the flow of commerce in a critical part of the world. The U.S. Navy has deployed numerous ships to help defend against these attacks, but with the high cost of advanced missiles, and fleet that has shrunk considerably since the end of the Cold War, can the Navy keep pace with the threats in the Red Sea and beyond?
Organizations: U.S . Navy Locations: U.S
How chaos in the Red Sea is putting the U.S. Navy to the test
  + stars: | 2024-01-24 | by ( Brad Howard | In | ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: +3 min
The U.S. Navy is encountering a tenacious threat in the Red Sea. "That's one of the things [that] the Red Sea sort of demonstrates ... we never know where the maritime threat might come up," said Bradley Martin, a senior policy researcher at Rand, in an interview with CNBC. As the U.S. encounters attacks by armed drones, cruise missiles, anti-ship ballistic missiles and other weapon systems in the Red Sea, the data gleaned from these encounters could prove invaluable in the Indo-Pacific region. China's rocket troops can potentially field thousands of missiles that can reach across wide swaths of the Pacific. That means the U.S. could be facing overwhelming odds in intercepting any mass missile attack against American ships and bases.
Persons: Bradley Martin, Rand, Steve Wills, Tom Shugart, Brad Bowman Organizations: U.S . Navy, CNBC, Navy, Aegis, Center for Maritime, Army Rocket Force, PLA, Center, New, New American Security, Military, Foundation for Defense of Democracies Locations: Red, Iran, U.S, New American, United States, China
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWhy the U.S. military is investing billions in directed-energy weaponsDirected energy weapons such as lasers and high powered microwaves may soon be used to defend against drones and rockets on the battlefield. These futuristic sounding weapons are part of a new wave of devices produced from billions of dollars in research and development from the Defense Department. But how close is the U.S. military to using these weapons in the field?
Organizations: U.S, Defense Department Locations: U.S
Israel has invested in the Iron Beam system, which produces a high-energy laser, to complement the Iron Dome batteries used to launch interceptors to take out incoming rockets. "Interceptors are just surface-to-air missiles that shoot down incoming weapons. "A laser, on the other hand, gives you essentially an infinite magazine of interception opportunities, because the laser — as long as you've got electricity — will continue to recharge, continue to shoot down incoming weapons." The Navy has the HELIOS, or High Energy Laser with Integrated Optical-dazzler and Surveillance, installed on the U.S.S. Watch the video to find out what the future of laser weapons holds.
Persons: Bryan Clark, Arleigh Burke, Masao Dahlgren Organizations: Hudson Institute, Air Defense, U.S . Army, Navy, Missile Defense, Center for Strategic, International Studies Locations: Israel, Yuma, Preble, U.S
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via Email'Stand your butt up': GOP Sen. Mullin challenges Teamsters boss to fight at Senate hearingSen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., intervened after Sen. Markwayne Mullin told Teamsters President Sean O'Brien to "stand your butt up."
Persons: GOP Sen, Mullin, Sen, Bernie Sanders, Markwayne Mullin, Sean O'Brien Organizations: GOP, Teamsters
The U.S. domestic drone industry has found itself at a disadvantage when it comes to producing these useful remote-controlled flying machines in America. Chinese drone maker DJI remains the king of the industry, controlling more than 70% of the global drone market. DJI drones are currently used by state university researchers, police departments, firefighters and other groups across the U.S. that could be affected by potential bans on Chinese-produced drones. "It is going to be key that the U.S.-produced drones, or drones produced by trusted allies, become more affordable." Watch the video above to find out if the U.S. drone industry can compete with Chinese drone producers.
Persons: Adam Bry, Adam Welsh, Mark Montgomery Organizations: CNBC, Israel, Center, Foundation for Defense of Democracies Locations: America, China, U.S, DJI, Russia, Ukraine
Can the U.S. compete with Chinese drones?
  + stars: | 2023-10-10 | by ( Brad Howard | ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailCan the U.S. compete with Chinese drones? Chinese made drones have dominated the market for quadcopters for over a decade. They're used by university researchers, firefighters, and police around the world. But growing geopolitical concerns, and the use of drones as weapons of war in Ukraine, and by Hamas during attacks on Israel, have made some critics concerned about U.S. dependence on these small but capable Chinese made machines.
Persons: They're Locations: U.S, Ukraine, Israel
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailMeet the US drone company supplying the NYPD with high-tech, crime-fighting dronesBlake Resnick is the Founder and CEO of BRINC Drones, a Seattle based company that's trying to change how law enforcement and first responders use drones. As these flying devices become more common over the U.S., questions on data, privacy, and use will continue to evolve while businesses try to leap into this emerging market.
Persons: Blake Resnick Organizations: NYPD Locations: Seattle
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailZelenskyy meets with Biden in Oval Office as White House promises more aidUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President Joe Biden in Oval Office as part of his trip to the White House to lobby for more aid in his country's fight against Russia.
Persons: Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Joe Biden Organizations: Biden, White, Russia
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailThis company thinks flying virtual F-35 fighters can help train CEOsThe Squadron in New York City is a place where companies and other organizations can send employees to learn from flying a top of the line F-35 fighter jet simulator. Located at 7 World Trade Center, The Squadron takes practices from a military flying squadron, such as setting goals and having debriefs to discuss how missions went, to impart lessons from these flights in a way that is also fun and engaging.
Organizations: Trade Center, The Squadron Locations: New York
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailFormer President Donald Trump booked on charges in Georgia over election caseFormer President Donald Trump surrendered to authorities in Georgia at the Fulton County jail. After the booking, the former president was released on a $200,000 bond.
Persons: Donald Trump Locations: Georgia, Fulton
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailYevgeny Prigozhin, leader of Russian mercenary group Wagner, listed as passenger in deadly plane crashRussian state media announced that Yevgeny Prigozhin was aboard a plane that crashed in Russia killing 10 people. Prigozhin led the Russian mercenary group Wagner, which staged an armed mutiny against Moscow in June. After Wagner's armed mutiny in Russia, the group was moved to Belarus, but continued to operate in Africa, among other locations.
Persons: Yevgeny Prigozhin, Wagner, Prigozhin Locations: Russian, Russia, Moscow, Belarus, Africa
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailHere's why Ukraine wants more big ticket Western-made weaponsKyiv's push to take back occupied land in eastern Ukraine hasn't been easy. Despite some small gains, a large breakthrough has yet to occur, leaving some to wonder what else is needed.
Locations: Ukraine
In the run-up to the Ukrainian push, weapons from Western allies — such as tanks, artillery and other equipment — poured into Ukraine. Despite some small gains, Ukrainian forces have yet to see a large breakthrough, leaving some to wonder what else is needed. Just sending F-16s to Ukraine wouldn't turn the tide overnight. It's when you have lots of different weapons systems in the air on the ground. Watch the video above to find out if more big-ticket, U.S.-made weapons such as F-16s, the Patriot missile system and HIMARS can turn the tide in Ukraine.
Persons: Bradley Bowman, that's, Dmitri Alperovitch, Mick Ryan Organizations: Moscow's, Center, Military, Foundation for Defense of Democracies, Silverado, Ukrainian Air Force, Patriot, Center for Strategic, International Studies Locations: Ukraine, United States, Russia, Kyiv
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailRetired Australian major general breaks down the Ukrainian counteroffensiveRetired Major General Mick Ryan of the Australian Army breaks down some aspects of the Ukrainian counteroffensive, and how entrenched positions and landmines can slow down even the best equipped forces.
Persons: Mick Ryan Organizations: Ukrainian, Australian Army
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailHow the Federal Reserve's interest rate hikes are reshaping the U.S. economyThe U.S. is entering a new economic era. It began with an interest rate tightening cycle coming out of the Federal Reserve, with decisions that have reshaped personal finance in America. Some savings accounts can now return meaningful interest for the first time in years. It has also led to a Wall Street reshuffling, and a wave of corporate bankruptcies as some bad bets turn sour. With these free money years coming to a close, we examine how the Fed's decision-making has affected the economy.
Organizations: Federal Locations: U.S, America
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWhat's next for Russia after the Wagner Group's mercenary revoltThe Wagner Group rebelled against Russia after accusing the Russian Ministry of Defense of undermining the group's ability to fight in Ukraine, which culminated in an alleged missile strike on the group, according to their leader Yevgeny Prigozhin. After the armed mutiny ended, what comes next for Wagner and its many shady business interests, including resource rights in some African nations, remains to be seen.
Persons: Wagner, Yevgeny Prigozhin Organizations: Wagner, Russian Ministry of Defense Locations: Russia, Ukraine
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWagner appears to halt advance on Moscow as Belarus says it brokered dealThe Yevgeniy Prigozhin, the head of Wagner Group which is a Russian private military company, has halted his group's advance on Moscow. Belarus released a statement that a deal had been brokered between Wagner and the Kremlin to end the armed insurrection. The White House has stated that it is continuing to monitor the situation, and President Biden has talked with the leaders of the U.K., Germany and France about the fast moving events unfolding in Russia.
Persons: Wagner, Biden Organizations: Wagner, Kremlin Locations: Moscow, Belarus, Russian, Germany, France, Russia
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailTitan submersible crew presumed dead after debris found, says U.S. Coast GuardThe U.S. Coast Guard says that wreckage belonging to the Titan submersible that went missing have been found roughly 1600 feet from the wreck of the Titanic. All five people on board are presumed dead, and the U.S. Coast Guard has notified families of those lost at sea.
Organizations: Coast Guard, U.S . Coast Guard, Titan
Ukraine kicks off much-anticipated offensive
  + stars: | 2023-06-09 | by ( Brad Howard | ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailUkraine kicks off much-anticipated offensiveAfter months of anticipation, Ukraine has begun its counteroffensive against Russian forces in occupied areas of Ukraine according to NBC News. Moscow alleges that they have repulsed Ukrainian attacks on Russian defensive positions. The Ukrainian government has decided to not publicize offensive military efforts to maintain secrecy during the operation.
Organizations: Ukraine, Russian, NBC News Locations: Ukraine
Why Iran keeps seizing oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz
  + stars: | 2023-06-01 | by ( Brad Howard | In | ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: +1 min
Over the last decade, Iran has been causing more and more headaches for oil tanker operators in the Strait of Hormuz, a central artery of global trade. In the last two years alone, Iran has harassed, attacked or interfered with 15 internationally flagged merchant vessels. This critical waterway separates the Persian Gulf from the Arabian Sea, which makes it an important conduit for millions of barrels of oil that flow through the region. In response to Iranian ship seizures, the U.S. Navy's Fifth Fleet, which is responsible for security in the region, announced an increase in patrols. That included the guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton transiting the strait in late May.
Persons: Trump, Arona Baigal, Paul Hamilton, Victoria Coates Organizations: Middle East Security, Center, New, Navy's, Heritage Foundation, U.S Locations: Iran, Strait, Hormuz, New American, Iranian, U.S
Could A.I. take your job?
  + stars: | 2023-04-28 | by ( Brad Howard | ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailCould A.I. take your job? The rise in new generative artificial intelligence tools has the potential to rock industries staffed by white-collar workers in the coming years. These new tools can create art and do research that previously took years of training, potentially disrupting entire industries. With the emergence of this new paradigm, what will the economy of tomorrow look like?
How A.I. could change the future of work
  + stars: | 2023-04-28 | by ( Brad Howard | In | ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: +1 min
The recent rapid rise of accessible artificial intelligence tools has the potential to upend dozens of industries. A recent report by Goldman Sachs laid out some stark possibilities when it comes to AI and the economy. The report estimates two-thirds of jobs in the U.S. and Europe, and around 300 million positions worldwide could be exposed to automation from new AI advances. The report also notes that one-fourth of all work being done could be replaced by generative AI. Watch the video above to find out more about how AI could change the future of work
The future of the U.S. military's tank force
  + stars: | 2023-03-25 | by ( Brad Howard | ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: +2 min
"The Russian tanks didn't fare well," said William D. Hartung, senior research fellow at the Quincy Institute. "They were taken out pretty quickly by modern anti-tank systems. And I think that would be a problem also for U.S. tanks in a future conflict." "It's pretty obvious from that, that the tank is still an important part of the battlefield." Watch the video above to find out more about tanks and what military experts view as their potential relevance in future battles
The future of the U.S. tank force
  + stars: | 2023-03-25 | by ( Brad Howard | Amanda Macias | ) www.cnbc.com   time to read: 1 min
Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailThe future of the U.S. tank forceDrones, anti-tank missiles and precise artillery have been used to great effect against tanks on both sides during the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The U.S. military relies on the Abrams tank to be a bedrock of power in any potential conflict, but with war entering a new era, will these giant tracked behemoths equipped with massive cannons still be the cornerstone of land warfare?
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