Gaming to Battlefields: How Video Games are Shaping Military Training

22/11/2025 10 min Temporada 1 Episodio 140

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In this episode of Open Source News Elements, John explores the groundbreaking move by the British Army to integrate video games like Call of Duty into military training, aiming to boost combat readiness through familiar gaming mechanics. He discusses the rise of the International Defence Esports Games (IDEG), debates the real value of digital training, reviews tech world happenings including updates from the EFF and Arduino, and delves into the broader impact of technology and gaming on privacy, policy, and military preparedness. Tune in for an insightful look at the fusion of gaming culture, defence, and digital rights from an Aussie perspective.

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