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August 18, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Taiwan Speeds Access by Reclassing Drones

To accelerate military access, Taiwan will redefine small drones as consumables instead of durable assets. Inspired by a US move, the change enables quicker procurement at unit level. Experts...

August 18, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

LTAMDS Radar Marks Firsts in US Army Test

During a missile flight test, the US Army’s LTAMDS radar demonstrated new capabilities by detecting and engaging a surrogate target through the IBCS network. The trial marked its first...

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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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 14, 2025
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Air Platforms

IAF Seeks Longer-Range Missile Tech

The Indian Air Force has pressed DRDO to speed up the development of longer-range missiles in light of Pakistan’s growing arsenal. Following Operation Sindoor, which involved cross-border strikes, the...

August 14, 2025
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Soldier Systems

US Trials Showcase Next-Gen Battlefield Tech

The US military tested next-generation battlefield systems during the inaugural Experimentation: Transformation in Contact (EXTIC) event at Fort Huachuca, Arizona. The showcase brought together defense technology firms and military...

August 14, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Army Plans Replacements for Legacy Drones

The US Army is retiring its MQ-1C Gray Eagle and RQ-7B Shadow UAVs to accelerate adoption of more modern autonomous aircraft under the Army Transformation Initiative. Gray Eagle procurement...

August 14, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Indian Navy to Induct Two P-17A Ships

The Indian Navy is commissioning INS Himgiri (F34) and INS Udaygiri (F35), part of the Project 17A Nilgiri-class frigates. Built by GRSE Kolkata and MDL Mumbai, they are the...

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...

August 13, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Turkey Navy Tests AI Battle Decisions

Turkey is advancing its naval technology by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its ADVENT Combat Management System, enabling real-time decision-making and better command-and-control in complex maritime environments. The AI...