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March 20, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Talon IQ Flies With Shield AI Hivemind

Northrop Grumman’s Talon IQ testbed has successfully completed a flight demonstration using Shield AI’s Hivemind autonomy system, showcasing advanced mission capabilities. During the test, Hivemind controlled the aircraft to...

March 20, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

US Navy Awards Gecko $71M AI Contract

The US Navy has awarded Gecko Robotics a contract worth up to $71 million to enhance fleet maintenance using AI and robotic inspection technologies. The five-year agreement will initially...

March 20, 2026
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Land Platforms

Inside the M1151 Armored Humvee

The M1151 Humvee represents an advanced evolution of the original High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle, designed to address the demands of modern combat environments. Unlike earlier variants, the M1151...

March 20, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Thales Wins UK Mobile Air Defense Deal

The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded Thales UK a contract to advance the Mounted Short Range Air Defence (MSHORAD) program, aimed at replacing the British Army’s aging Stormer...

March 20, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Anduril Delivers Altius Munitions to Taiwan

US defense firm Anduril has completed the delivery of Altius 600M loitering munitions to Taiwan, fulfilling a foreign military sale approved in 2024. The package included 291 systems along...

March 19, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Columbia-Class Program Secures Funding Boost

To ensure the future of its nuclear deterrence capabilities, the US Navy is investing heavily in the Columbia-class submarine program. With advanced stealth features and powerful missile systems, these...

March 19, 2026
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Land Platforms

$1.8B Iveco Deal Boosts Ground Capabilities

Through its acquisition of Iveco’s defense business, Leonardo is enhancing its capabilities in land warfare systems. The addition of vehicle platforms complements its existing expertise in electronics and mission...

March 19, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Navy Considers Expanding Mine Inventory

Seeking to strengthen its underwater defense capabilities, the US Navy is increasing procurement of Hammerhead mine systems. These advanced mines are capable of independently detecting and attacking submarines using...

March 19, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Counter-Drone Network Gains Radar Boost

To improve airspace monitoring, DroneShield and Robin Radar Systems have joined forces to integrate advanced radar capabilities into counter-drone systems. By combining radar, RF, and optical data, the solution...

March 19, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Hivemind AI Showcased for UAV Missions

In an effort to enhance unmanned aerial capabilities, Shield AI collaborated with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to combine advanced autonomy software with prototype drones. The demonstration showcased drones performing coordinated...