MARCH 6, 2026 — The U.S. Army today announced the launch of Project ARIA, or Army Rapid Implementation of Artificial Intelligence, an Army initiative that harnesses AI to modernize Army operations and empower Soldiers. Project ARIA addresses critical Army challenges by partnering with leading technology companies to develop practical AI solutions that deliver real results … [Read more...]

MARCH 4, 2026 – The Department of War announced the death of four U.S. Army Reserve soldiers who were supporting Operation Epic Fury. The Soldiers died March 1, 2026 in Kuwait at the Port of Shuaiba, during an unmanned aircraft system attack. All Soldiers were assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command, Des Moines, Iowa. The incident is under investigation. “We honor our … [Read more...]

MARCH 3, 2026 – The Army announced March 2 a solicitation to expand the service’s Campus-Style Dining Venue pilot, which aims to move beyond traditional dining halls and provide Soldiers with a flexible dining experience, to six additional locations. The Army awarded Compass Group USA, Inc., a concession contract Aug. 28, 2025, to establish the first tranche of dining venues … [Read more...]

MARCH 3, 2026 - 25th Infantry Division soldiers concluded Exercise Lightning Surge 2, a weeklong event focused on evaluating the Army's next-generation command and control prototype, at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Feb. 27. The operational prototyping and training event was intended to improve soldier lethality by rapidly delivering data for long-range fires and enabling … [Read more...]

MARCH 3, 2026 – The U.S. Army has announced a major initiative to partner with the private sector, seeking to harness the speed and ingenuity of the commercial market to accelerate a historic, enterprise-wide modernization effort. Through a formal Request for Information (RFI) issued today (LINK), the Army is inviting industry leaders, investors, and innovators to help build … [Read more...]