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August 16, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

S.Korea, Willog Push AI Military Logistics

South Korea is accelerating its defense modernization by expanding AI-enabled logistics. Seoul’s Willog will provide IoT and AI-powered supply-chain monitoring to the Army Consolidated Supply Depot, covering joint research,...

August 15, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Taiwan Adds New Drones, Wheeled Tank

Taiwan introduced two new domestic drones and a wheeled tank prototype (D3 105mm) as part of a push for self-sufficiency in defense. The drone systems are designed for rapid...

August 15, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

US Navy Plans AI Data Weaponization

The US Navy is rolling out a strategy to weaponize data and AI, transforming sensor feeds into actionable tactics and software updates quickly. The plan seeks to remove bottlenecks...

August 15, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Elbit Secures $1.6B Arms Deal in Europe

Elbit Systems has signed a $1.6 billion deal to deliver two large technology bundles over five years, featuring embedded AI. The first set focuses on long-range precision artillery/rockets and...

August 15, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Asia-Pacific Orders SMASH 3000 Units

Israeli firm SMARTSHOOTER secured a large order for hundreds of SMASH 3000 fire-control systems from an Asia-Pacific customer. The systems will support counter-small unmanned aircraft missions and precision ground...

August 15, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Taiwan Builds ‘Carrier Killer’ Missile

Taiwan is advancing a long-range cruise missile, termed a “carrier killer,” to bolster its naval defenses. Reports indicate the weapon could travel up to 1,000 kilometers, potentially covering significant...

August 15, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

USAF Shifts War Games to AI Simulations

The US Air Force issued a Request for Information seeking a SaaS wargaming platform powered by AI to train airmen for immersive, high-intensity conflicts. The system should rapidly create...

August 15, 2025
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Air Platforms

Poland, US Ink $3.8B F-16 Upgrade Deal

Poland has inked a $3.8 billion contract with the United States to upgrade 48 F-16 C/D Block 52 jets to the F-16V Block 72 configuration, including radar, communications, reconnaissance,...

August 14, 2025
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Land Platforms

Rheinmetall Wins $292M Czech ARV Deal

The Czech Republic has signed a seven-year deal with Rheinmetall worth up to €250 million ($292M) to support its fleet of 42 Leopard 2A4 tanks and two Bergepanzer 3...

August 14, 2025
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Training and Simulation

S.Korea Debuts AI Pilot Training Tool

The Republic of Korea Air Force has officially introduced its first tactical training and flight simulation system powered by reinforcement learning (RL). The simulator, developed by Korea Aerospace Industries...