Author: Tony Grist
Ground combat vehicles are evolving from single-purpose, hardware-fixed assets into software-defined, upgradeable systems. This flexibility demands rugged, high-reliability connector technologies capable of successive upgrades without requiring full redesigns of harnesses or structural components. Scalable circular connectors offer the mechanical robustness, electrical performance and environmental sealing essential to support open-architecture electronics, electrified propulsion and field-reconfigurable payloads. Here, Sean Fitall, European product manager at connector specialist PEI-Genesis explores the role of scalable connectors in the next generation of ground military vehicles. Among the most widely adopted solutions supporting this transformation are connectors built to the MIL?DTL?38999 specification. Proven over decades of use in…
UF PRO Now Available at O P Tactical O P Tactical is ready to fulfill your orders for UF PRO clothing. In addition to the classics like the Striker TT Combat Shirt and Pant, they also carry the ?Striker Gen.3 Boonie Hat which is currently my favorite Boonie. Available in Brown Grey, Tan, MultiCam, MultiCam Black and Flecktarn in sizes Small – 2xLarge. Features: Two mesh ventilation opening Adjustable brim with long metal wire at the front and back Loops for additional camouflage material air/pac® inside for thermal break Adjustable cord length with three wear positions Three Velcro patches for…
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to create a national artificial intelligence policy, limiting state regulation of AI. The order instructs Attorney General Pam Bondi to create an AI Litigation Task Force within 30 days to challenge states whose AI laws don’t align with the federal policy. The White House AI and crypto czar David Sacks, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Tex.), joined the president at the signing ceremony. “To win, United States AI companies must be free to innovate without cumbersome regulation. But excessive State regulation thwarts this imperative,” the order states. “It is…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4SxaxFo7hs&t=4s Andrew Day, Jude Russo, and Rebecca Draeger discuss a new print issue that covers Ukraine’s disconnect from the West, the looming catastrophe in Latin America, strategic ambiguity re China and Taiwan, and more. Then, Andrew and Jude discuss the Trump administration’s new National Security Strategy, its provocative assertions about European decline, and the Trump-Monroe Doctrine. Recorded December 11, 2025. Read the full article here
Emissary Development – Ignition Switch Emissary Development’s new Ignition Switch transforms the ModButton Lite into a full-featured light control solution. It adds a physical forward-and-back toggle that cleanly separates momentary and constant-on activation while preventing over-travel under stress. Features: Direct drop-in housing for the Unity ModButton Lite Forward push for momentary activation Rear pull for constant-on, with a positive lock Neutral return instantly kills the light Physical toggle prevents over-travel and improves control in high-stress or low-visibility conditions Reversible design Made in USA emissarydevelopment.com/collections/light-control/products/ignition-switch-for-modbutton-lite Read the full article here
TacJobs – Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation Seeks Integrated Care Coordinator We’re Hiring at Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation! We’re excited to be welcoming a new Integrated Care Coordinator to support our Health Initiatives Program for U.S. Special Operations families. This is a full-time, remote role with the opportunity to make a direct impact every single day. If you’re passionate about supporting SOF warriors and their families and thrive in a purpose-filled, data-informed environment, we’d love to hear from you. Learn more: ow.ly/25Gq50XGYMr Read the full article here
Cana Provisions and Qore Performance Launch Water Data ICEFLASK: Modular Thermoregulation Canteen with Permanent On-Body Water Treatment Reference Huntsville, AL / Knoxville, TN — Cana Provisions, in collaboration with Qore Performance, Inc., announces the release of the Water Data ICEFLASK™, a mission-critical evolution of the PRC-152-shaped handheld thermoregulation and hydration bottle that permanently integrates water purification protocols, treatment dosages, and conversion tables directly onto the bottle surface. Integrated on to the proven ICEFLASK™ platform, Water Data ICEFLASK™ combines 500 ml (16.9 fl oz) of drinkable water capacity with 23 watts of wearable conductive cooling or 17 watts of heating in…
FirstSpear Friday Focus: New BTFX Lightweight Hoodie The new FirstSpear BTFX LIGHTWEIGHT HOODIE debuts as Day 12 of FirstSpear’s 12 Days of Christmas promotion. This hoodie is crafted from a lightweight, moisture-wicking cotton/poly/rayon blend designed to provide long-lasting comfort during extended wear. Its smooth, quiet fabric supports mobility, making it ideal for those who operate between routine tasks and real-world demands. The front proudly showcases the FirstSpear Icon Skull, reinforcing the brand’s unmistakable identity. On the back, the Built For The X™ graphic incorporates a top-down Blackhawk rotor “X,” nodding to the environments where readiness and precision matter most. A streamlined 3-panel…
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Registration Now Open for 2026 US Army Small Arms Championships Registration for the 2026 U.S. Army Small Arms Championships is now open. The week-long, live-fire training event tests Soldiers’ skills in rifle, pistol and multigun courses of fire. There are also opportunities for Excellence in Competition points to be earned in both rifle and pistol. This event is only open to Active Army, Army Reseves, US Army or Air National Guard, Military Academy, College ROTC Cadets and OCS Candidates. Civilians and military personnel from other services are prohibited from participating in any event. Register here before slots fill up. Read…