Why artificial intelligence has secured its place in special forces’ operations
The diverse use cases of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been turning it into a critical tool for Special Operations Forces (SOF).
Since its introduction back in the 1980s, the Barrett M82 has gone on to become one of the most iconic rifles ever built.
The .50 cal rifle is used by special forces and regular armies all over the world and is commonly referred to by its M107 US Army designation.
The latest iteration is the M107A1 which has slimmed down to be 5lbs lighter than the original rifle. It is designed to easily accept a suppressor, with an all new bolt carrier group being developed for such a configuration.
Shephard spoke to the founder of Barrett Firearms Manufacturing, Ronnie Barrett,
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The diverse use cases of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been turning it into a critical tool for Special Operations Forces (SOF).
Polaris Government and Defense has launched the Military 850 TITAN 155 snowmobile ahead of SOF Week 2025. Designed for immediate deployment in cold-weather environments, the platform will enter trials with special operations forces by year-end, targeting NATO’s northern and eastern European members.
Solutions supplied by Adventure Tactical currently equip military and law enforcement forces of 24 countries.
At SOF Week 2025 in Tampa, Florida, Stu Bradin, President and CEO of the Global SOF Foundation (GSOF), underscored the increasing operational demands placed on special operations forces (SOF) as global tensions mount.
Japan’s Ministry of Defense is devoting government-level effort and funding to tackling the growing problem of cyber warfare.
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