Weekly News Update: Mar 1, 2024

24 Feb - 1 Mar 2024

Good morning,

Amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions and technological advancements, this week's headlines in defense and space underscore a dynamic landscape of innovation and strategic maneuvering. The U.S. faces hurdles in defense modernization due to another continuing resolution, while the Pentagon explores new models for assessing network readiness and the Air Force emphasizes the need for rapid reorganization and funding. In Europe, concerns mount over the escalating conflict between Russia and Ukraine, with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin warning of the alliance's potential involvement if Ukraine falls. Meanwhile, China's influence in Asia continues to grow, and North Korea's military capabilities raise international concerns. The space sector sees developments such as the US moon lander Odysseus experiencing technical issues, China's plans for its own satellite constellation, and SpaceX's collaboration with Tesla. In the realm of frontier tech, AI's military applications ga…