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August 15, 2025
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Europe Awards Elbit $1.6B C4ISR Contract

Elbit Systems wins a $1.6 billion package to supply European forces with advanced defense technologies, centered on AI-enabled solutions. The offerings include long-range artillery and a fleet of drones,...

August 15, 2025
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Navy to Harness AI, Data for Warfare

The Navy is pursuing a data- and AI-centered approach to accelerate decision cycles. By turning sensor data into tactics and rapid software enhancements, the service aims to streamline data...

August 12, 2025
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Army Trials Laser-Based Starshield System

US Army Reserve troops are now using SpaceX’s advanced Starshield communications system on the battlefield. The laser-powered solution delivers ultra-fast global data transmission, with upload speeds ranging from 300–500...

August 8, 2025
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South Korea’s KF-21 Gets Hanwha AESA Radar

Hanwha unveils mass production AESA radar for KF-21 at Yongin hub. Up to 40 units will be delivered by 2028 under Seoul’s program to advance fighter jet avionics.

August 7, 2025
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Australian Company Secures Deal for 100-Kilowatt Laser-Based Anti-Drone Technology

EOS of Australia has won a €71.4 million ($83 million) contract from an undisclosed NATO ally for its 100-kilowatt-class laser-based system to counter drones. Set for completion between 2025...

August 2, 2025
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Palantir Secures Major US Army Deal Worth as Much as $10 Billion

Palantir will deliver advanced AI and data services to the US Army under a 10-year contract worth up to $10 billion. Known for its intelligence-sector roots, the firm has...

July 28, 2025
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Ukraine will receive more air defense radars from Hensoldt for $400 million.

Germany’s Hensoldt has received a €340 million ($397 million) contract to supply Ukraine with additional air defense radars, including the TRML-4D and SPEXER 2000 3D MkIII systems. The TRML-4D,...

July 28, 2025
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Outside the United States, L3Harris and the ELT Group are collaborating to establish a test facility for several sensors.

L3Harris and Italy’s ELT Group have partnered to launch Italy’s first multi-sensor intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance test center, the inaugural facility of its kind outside the United States. Managed...

July 21, 2025
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Anduril Wins Close to $100 Million US Army Contract for Next-Gen C2 Prototype

The US Army has selected Anduril to lead a consortium in developing a next-generation command and control (NGC2) system under a $99.6-million Other Transaction Authority (OTA) contract. Partnering with...

July 21, 2025
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The British Army Introduces an AI Targeting Spear for Today’s Conflict

The British Army has introduced “Asgard,” an AI-powered platform designed to dramatically reduce target acquisition time for frontline troops. By leveraging advanced communications and rapid data analysis, Asgard identifies...