In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, Jeremy Kenealy – director of growth and air defence at Anduril Australia – joins host Liam Garman to unpack how Anduril has developed an open architecture counter-unmanned aerial system and counter-intrusion capabilities, merging a number of traditional and new sensors to enhance situational awareness on tomorrow's battlefield.

• They kick-off the discussion by exploring the modern battlefield, where small, low-cost drones are creating strategic operational-level impacts. The conversation then dives into how advancements in drone technology, such as swarms, AI and automation have prompted a rethink.
• Kenealy explains how some sensors, like traditional radio frequency sensors, are becoming less effective in this environment, and how Anduril’s Lattice system harnesses a network of collaborating sensors to deliver a clearer, real-time picture of the battlespace.
• The episode wraps up with a look at how these capabilities are supporting ground defence operations – and includes an update on the much-anticipated Ghost Shark program.

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The Defence Connect team

In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, host Liam Garman is joined by Lumify lead cyber security instructor Louis Cremen and cyber security lead Jeremy Daly. Together, they unpack the essential cyber security skill sets different organisations need - and how businesses can ensure their teams stay ahead of evolving threats.

• The discussion kicks off with the value of cyber security training and the most in-demand skills among Australian organisations.
• Cremen and Daly then explore the ongoing debate between certifications versus hands-on experience - and how to strike the right balance.
• The episode wraps up by questioning whether businesses are investing enough in their people, even as they spend heavily on tools and platforms.

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The Cyber Uncut team

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, senior journalist Robert Dougherty discusses military tradition and domestic firearms manufacturing with Robert Borsak, regional communities advocate, NSW Legislative Council member and Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party chairman.

The pair take an unconventional, “outside the Canberra bubble” look at national defence readiness, including:

• The traditional and now evolving role of agricultural communities as key populations for the recruitment of Australian Defence Force personnel, who are already familiar with firearms use and horse riding.
• The continuing discussion regarding the domestic manufacture of defence weaponry in times of conflict, rather than reliance on international supply chains.
• Borsak’s perspectives on the current federal election and the possibility of current US government strategy making its way to Australia.

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The Defence Connect team