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August 13, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

US Army Preps Online Drone Marketplace

The US Army is developing a centralized online drone marketplace to simplify the process of acquiring unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Instead of going through slow bureaucratic channels, soldiers will...

August 12, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

US Army Tests Laser Starshield Comms

The US Army Reserve has begun integrating SpaceX’s Starshield communication platform to improve battlefield decision-making. The laser-enabled technology offers global, high-speed connectivity with data transfer rates between 300 and...

August 8, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Hanwha Launches AESA Radar for KF-21 Jet Production

Hanwha begins mass-producing AESA radars for Korea’s KF-21 fighter, unveiling them at its Yongin facility. The 2028-bound contract covers up to 40 units, supporting advanced avionics development.

August 8, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

BDT UK Shows Rifles to Replace British L85

BDT UK showcases Beretta and Sako rifles under Project Grayburn, aiming to replace the British L85 by 2030 with up to 172,000 units over 10 years.

August 8, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Slovak Firm Shows New Look for ‘Wolf’ Drone Hunter

DefTech showcases Wolf 25 AD, a 4×4 armored drone hunter with 450 hp, 100 km/h speed, and 700 km range for multi-role defense.

August 7, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

US Army Initiates Major Revamp to Strengthen Integrated Air, Missile, and Space Defense

The US Army is restructuring to address threats from China and Russia, integrating AI, counter-space capabilities, and layered defense. Plans include new Patriot battalions, IFPC units, and C-UAS batteries,...

August 5, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Thai Army Introduces Laser Weapon to Combat Drone Threats

The Royal Thai Army has introduced a sophisticated high-energy laser weapon capable of intercepting unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with precise aim, designed specifically to counter the growing threat from...

August 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

US Army Introduces Updated Helicopter Navigation Following Black Hawk Crash

The US Army is issuing 1,700 new Stratus navigation devices after a fatal Black Hawk collision with a commercial jet in DC. The Fort Belvoir-based 12th Aviation Battalion, involved...

August 1, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Philippines showcases loitering munition disguised as a small vessel

The Philippines has unveiled a new loitering munition disguised as a civilian watercraft. Developed in partnership with domestic firms, the system is designed for naval attacks with stealthy deployment...

July 31, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Aselsan unveils new tactical systems for comms and drone defense

Aselsan, Turkey’s defense tech giant, launched new battlefield solutions at IDEF 2025 in Istanbul. The systems target communication, counter-drone, low-altitude air defense, and precision strike. Leading the lineup is...