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November 3, 2025
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Israel Exports Drone Detectors for VIP Security

Israel-based defense startup Insignito has been awarded a defense contract to provide 180 of its “Dumbo” acoustic UAS detection systems for VIP site protection. The rollout begins in early...

November 3, 2025
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AV, OpenJAUS Enhance Uncrewed System Network

AeroVironment (AV) has entered a strategic partnership with OpenJAUS to strengthen interoperability across diverse unmanned and autonomous platforms. The initiative integrates the OpenJAUS toolkit into AV’s AV_Halo Command software,...

October 31, 2025
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French UAVs Gain Laser Strike Target Designator

French defense innovator MERIO is advancing a next-generation laser designator system for UAVs, offering a leap forward in precision targeting and joint fires coordination. The system equips unmanned aerial...

October 29, 2025
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Komodo Robot Evolved Into Air Defense System

A new collaborative defense project between Croatia’s DOK-ING and Slovenia’s Valhalla has produced an advanced robotic combat system capable of integrating short-range air defense and ground warfare operations. The...

October 29, 2025
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Volatus Acquires Caliburn’s Advanced Drone Tech

Canadian aerospace firm Volatus Aerospace has acquired a portfolio of remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS) technologies from UK-based Caliburn Holdings for 2 million Canadian dollars. The acquisition includes aircraft...

October 28, 2025
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Norway Deploys First Valkyrie Swarm Supplied by Six Robotics

The Norwegian Army has taken delivery of its first Valkyrie drone swarm from Six Robotics, marking a major step in integrating autonomous systems into its ground operations. The delivery...

October 26, 2025
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UK, Ukraine Seal Pact to Build Thousands of Octopus-100 Drones

The United Kingdom and Ukraine have taken their defense partnership to a new level with an agreement to jointly manufacture thousands of Octopus-100 interceptor drones. Announced under the “Build...

October 24, 2025
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Italy’s Fincantieri Launches Debut Integrated Subsea Drone Platform

Fincantieri, Italy’s leading shipbuilder, has introduced an advanced underwater drone system developed to safeguard essential underwater assets and ensure maritime security in ports and along coastlines. The system, called...

October 22, 2025
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Next-Gen Wingman Drone Developed for US Jets

Boeing revealed plans for the Collaborative Combat Rotorcraft (CxR), an autonomous tiltrotor drone intended to act as a wingman for U.S. military aircraft. Designed for multiple roles, including logistical...

October 22, 2025
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South Korea, AV Team to Expand Military Drones

AeroVironment and Korean Air have partnered to develop a tactical unmanned aerial system for South Korea, centered on the JUMP 20 drone. The fixed-wing VTOL UAS supports long-range operations...