Emerging Tech
AI capabilities are needed to counter drone threats, senator says
Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Neb., said the use of drones has changed modern conflicts and the U.S. needs to respond to this shifting environment by better leveraging artificial intelligence.
Secret Service is embracing new solutions to combat malicious drones, director says
U.S. Secret Service Director Sean Curran explained that the agency is “looking at kinetic solutions — something that we haven’t done before, and something that I’ve asked our technology department to lean into.”
Senate committee approves quantum reauthorization bill with 7 amendments
A markup in the Senate Commerce Committee outfitted the National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act to support near-term quantum application development, cybersecurity migration timelines and scaling testbeds for quantum sciences and technologies.
State official to EU: Work with us on tech policy or fall behind a generation
“We're not willing to be politely silent, because we are not politely invested,” Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg said about the bloc’s tech regulations.
Citizen Science Month 2026 is about more than just stargazing
This year’s celebration highlights how Americans can support federal missions not only through NASA research, but also by helping preserve the nation’s historical record.
IBM unveils new hybrid quantum computing architecture
Working with existing infrastructure, IBM is angling to expedite the benefits of quantum computing with help from classical architectures.
NASA seeks extension of SEWP V to Sept. 30
The agency says it needs more time to finish evaluations for the IT product recompete and resolve protests at the Government Accountability Office.
VA’s early uses of robots have shown mixed success, but excitement remains
Early uses of robots across VA hospitals have highlighted the promises and drawbacks of the technologies, but they have also shown the capabilities these tools can offer clinicians, according to Acting Chief Innovation Officer Beth Ripley.
The man who built the web wants to fix it
Addictive algorithms are a design choice, according to Tim Berners-Lee.
Robotics ethicist calls for stronger US guardrails as automation accelerates
Automation is advancing while the rules are not, the research lead for robotics, ethics and society at the Robotics and AI Institute warned.
Energy announces $352M in funding for frontier science
The agency will make funding available to research teams looking to solve the scientific challenges underpinning next-generation energy technologies.
It would take the Pentagon months to replace Anthropic’s AI tools: sources
AI maker digs in with Thursday statement rejecting DOD pleas for unfettered use.
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Draft quantum order tasks many agencies with reinvigorating the tech’s development
The order outlines a widespread effort to plan for increased quantum innovation, private sector cooperation and international partnership in pursuit of a quantum computer for scientific applications and discovery.
Getting quantum tech from research to commercialization requires partnership, federal experts say
Federal experts working in quantum information sciences and technology mapped out commercialization paths for quantum technologies, specifically quantum computing, at a Thursday hearing.
House science committee to host hearing on National Quantum Initiative Act
The hearing will feature staff from several scientific agencies to evaluate the law’s progress and future.
Lawmakers worry over new rule that will allow sales of Nvidia’s H200 chips to China
A revised licensing review policy will allow Chinese firms to purchase Nvidia’s H200 chips, although some members of Congress say the move will embolden Beijing’s own AI ambitions.
Quantum cameras could remake space-based intelligence
A Boston startup is getting ready to test a new imagery method for orbital satellites.
DHS launches office for drone and counter-drone technologies
The agency said the new office is already in the process of finalizing a $115 million investment in counter-drone tech that will be used to help secure the FIFA World Cup and activities celebrating the United States’ 250th anniversary.
Sens. Young, Cantwell introduce National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization
The updated bill text adds multiple federal hubs to fund workforce growth and quantum technology research and development, as industry leaders hope for swift passage.
