Grok for DoD and subs for North Korea: What you missed in defense over the break

January 5, 2026

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Pentagon Announces New AI Tool Amid Defense Spending Concerns

The Pentagon announced it was adding Xai’s Grok to GenAI.mil, a secure version of popular AI tools, amid concerns about defense spending. Meanwhile, North Korea unveiled its first nuclear-powered submarine, while China conducted a large-scale exercise in Taiwan’s airspace. The Space Development Agency faces potential funding cuts, which could impact its future plans.

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Grok for DoD and subs for North Korea: What you missed in defense over the break

January 5, 2026

1 min read

Pentagon Announces New AI Tool Amid Defense Spending Concerns

The Pentagon announced it was adding Xai’s Grok to GenAI.mil, a secure version of popular AI tools, amid concerns about defense spending. Meanwhile, North Korea unveiled its first nuclear-powered submarine, while China conducted a large-scale exercise in Taiwan’s airspace. The Space Development Agency faces potential funding cuts, which could impact its future plans.

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