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Arms are one of the most lucrative commodities in the world. The defense industry is a market sector dominated by the United States and a few other major powers. We’ve got the lowdown on which...
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The United States spends far more on its military than any other nation, accounting for just under 40% of all military spending worldwide. Following the end of the Cold War and the consolidation of...
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Since the fall of the Soviet Union in late 1991, American military hegemony was all but unchallenged for the next quarter century. However, that status quo is under threat. While the ‘big five’...
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Small, cheap, and incredibly versatile. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have come a long way in the last decade. Drones fulfill several roles from combat to reconnaissance and refueling. This article...
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Innovation was the cornerstone of American military hegemony in the 20th century. Yet the rise of artificial intelligence presents new threats and opportunities in the 21st century. The greatest...
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With nearly 3 million people on the payroll, the U.S. government is by far the largest employer in the country. Despite the size of its workforce, the federal government also relies extensively on...
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In the first two months of the 2024 fiscal year, the U.S. government has already spent $87 billion on defense, more than any other budget category after Social Security. While a large portion of...
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