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August 1, 2025
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New Philippine ‘kamikaze’ drone mimics civilian boat for stealth attacks

To bolster maritime security, the Philippines introduced a kamikaze-style unmanned boat resembling civilian vessels. The system uses stealth and surprise for coastal defense and reflects an emerging focus on...

August 1, 2025
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Anduril secures Taiwan deal for drones and command/control infrastructure

Anduril’s partnership with Taiwan will deliver drones and advanced command-and-control solutions to bolster the island’s defenses. The agreement supports Taiwan’s goal of leveraging high-tech, cost-efficient solutions to deter regional...

July 24, 2025
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Canadian Commander3 XL Drone Ordered by Pentagon

Canadian company Draganfly will supply its Commander3 XL drone to a major US military branch under a new defense contract. Known for its heavy-lift and ISR (intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance)...

July 24, 2025
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A “Robotic Dog” from Roketsan combines surveillance and strike capabilities.

Turkish defense firm Roketsan has introduced KOZ, a four-legged unmanned ground vehicle designed for frontline missions. KOZ can carry four guided munitions and operate in rough terrain. It runs...

July 23, 2025
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To improve maritime surveillance, Denmark purchases MQ-9B drones.

Denmark’s MQ-9B drone procurement is being facilitated through the MQ-9B International Cooperation Support Partnership, managed by the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA). The partnership includes Belgium, Canada, Germany,...

July 23, 2025
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India Creates the World’s First “Dual Stealth Drone” Covered in Nanotech Cloak

Two Hyderabad-based companies have partnered to develop India’s first “dual stealth drone,” featuring a blend of autonomous flight capabilities and cutting-edge stealth materials designed to evade both radar and...

July 21, 2025
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Iveco chosen by NATO to demonstrate ground-air robot teaming

The NATO Support and Procurement Agency has awarded a three-year contract to Iveco Defence Vehicles to develop and demonstrate integrated robotic and autonomous systems (RAS). The project will combine...

July 21, 2025
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New AI-Driven Drone Navigates Areas with Little Space and Signals

Cleo Robotics has released the Dronut DD1, a compact indoor aerial robot engineered to operate in GPS-denied environments. Utilizing a ducted fan instead of exposed rotors, the DD1 ensures...

July 19, 2025
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New Zealand Navy deploys Bluebottle unmanned vessels in Fiji for joint maritime patrols.

The Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) has deployed two Bluebottle Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs), named Tahi and Rua, to Fiji as part of Operation Calypso, a regional maritime security...

July 18, 2025
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Kuwait begins deployment of Turkey-made Bayraktar drones to boost aerial capabilities.

Kuwait has received its first shipment of Bayraktar TB2 tactical drones from Turkey, celebrating the delivery at a launch ceremony at Ali Al Salem Air Base. The $367-million procurement...