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Navy backs affordable strike missile program

The US Navy is advancing development of a new affordable cruise missile designed to strengthen the strike capabilities of allied and partner nations. CoAspire has been selected to develop...

July 23, 2026
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New AI tracker enhances drone surveillance

India is strengthening its drone defense capabilities with new artificial intelligence-powered electro-optical systems developed by Gridbots. The company’s latest solutions are designed to help security forces detect, follow, and...

July 23, 2026
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UK showcases indigenous collaborative aircraft

The UK has showcased its first home-developed collaborative combat aircraft concept as BAE Systems introduced the Brontanax prototype at the Farnborough International Airshow. The aircraft represents a new generation...

July 22, 2026
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AI recruiter joins US Army recruiting effort

The US Army is bringing artificial intelligence into its recruiting operations with the launch of Staff Sgt. Star, a digital assistant designed to make recruitment faster, simpler, and more...

July 22, 2026
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USAF expands AI-driven maintenance support

The US Air Force is using artificial intelligence to transform aircraft maintenance through MetroStar Systems’ Iris platform, which is being introduced at Travis Air Force Base.Designed to support aircraft...

July 22, 2026
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AI transparency boosts Taiwan’s counter-UAS

Caseway and MiTAC Advance Technology are working together to develop next-generation artificial intelligence solutions for modern defense operations.The partnership will explore technologies supporting counter-drone missions, maritime security, and battlefield...

July 22, 2026
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H125 helicopter excels in extreme environments

The Airbus H125 remains a trusted light helicopter platform for defense forces operating in mountainous and difficult environments.Its ability to operate in high-altitude regions allows commanders to conduct missions...

US Navy upgrades sealift IT infrastructure

The US Navy is upgrading its global logistics systems through a new $113 million modernization contract awarded to CACI International.The project will improve digital tools supporting Military Sealift Command...

Canada renews Victoria-class sustainment

Babcock will continue serving as the primary sustainment partner for the Royal Canadian Navy’s Victoria-class submarines after receiving a long-term contract extension covering another six years of fleet support....

July 21, 2026
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Joint Strike Missile set for MQ-9B platform

General Atomics and Kongsberg have reached a major development milestone after completing two key design reviews for integrating the Joint Strike Missile onto the MQ-9B unmanned aircraft. Finalized in...