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July 18, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

U.S. launches new AI partnership to accelerate defense innovation and scalability.

Star26 Capital has partnered with Synthetic Darwin to equip its defense portfolio companies with advanced, self-evolving AI via the Darwinslab Ecosystem. This collaboration allows for rapid creation and evolution...

July 17, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Kratos and Airbus present the Valkyrie ‘Loyal Wingman’ to the German Air Force.

Airbus and Kratos will jointly offer the XQ-58A Valkyrie to Germany by 2029. This low-cost, loyal wingman drone can operate autonomously or with crewed platforms. Priced under €10M, it...

July 17, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

The US and Ukraine have started a cooperative gunpowder manufacturing operation.

Ukroboronprom and D&M Holding will co-produce gunpowder in the US to support Ukraine’s 155mm artillery shell production. The JV boosts self-reliance and secures supply chains amid global shortages and...

July 15, 2025
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Naval Platforms

The first trilateral naval logistics pact between the United States, Australia, and Japan was signed.

In a move to strengthen maritime cooperation, Australia, Japan, and the United States have signed their first trilateral agreement focused on improving logistics and operational compatibility. The pact is...

July 14, 2025
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Training and Simulation

The United States performs military maneuvers at the Panama Canal.

The U.S. military, in cooperation with Panamanian police forces, has launched a new set of joint exercises aimed at enhancing security around the Panama Canal. This move follows concerns...

July 11, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

A War Without Sailors? Lockheed and HavocAI Are Counting on It

In a bid to accelerate unmanned naval operations, Lockheed Martin Ventures is collaborating with HavocAI to develop medium-sized autonomous surface vessels for the U.S. military. These mUSVs are intended...

July 10, 2025
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Air Platforms

According to a report, France is looking for an 80% stake in the FCAS fighter jet project.

France has communicated to Germany its desire to claim an 80% stake in the Future Combat Air System (FCAS), a next-generation fighter jet program also including Spain, Reuters reported....

With BAE’s New Tool, Battlefield Medics are Receiving AI Assistance

In collaboration with BAE Systems, the U.S. Air Force is advancing BATDOK, an AI-enabled medical software built to optimize trauma care on the battlefield. The tool supports medics by...

July 3, 2025
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Land Platforms

Daimler Truck and Arquus are collaborating to offer military trucks to France.

“THE HAGUE, Netherlands – A new strategic alliance between French military vehicle manufacturer Arquus and Germany’s Daimler Truck aims to supply the French military with new military trucks. A...

July 3, 2025
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Air Platforms

Terma will help modernize Argentina’s F-16s.

Terma’s participation in the modernization and operational preparedness of 24 ex-Royal Danish Air Force F-16 aircraft has been strengthened by a support agreement with the Argentine Air Force and...