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August 27, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Iron Beam Laser Weapon Adapted for Aerial Platforms

Reports suggest Taiwan will produce over 1,300 Kuai Chi unmanned surface craft to strengthen maritime defenses. These USVs are envisioned for swarm operations, intelligence gathering, and sea denial missions,...

August 23, 2025
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Air Platforms

French Firm Joins India on Fighter Jet Engine Plan

India is pushing forward with a strategic defense partnership with France to co-develop fighter jet engines, signaling a strong move toward defense self-reliance. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh recently approved...

August 22, 2025
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Soldier Systems

US Army Tests AR, Drone Guns at Border

The US Army is leveraging its border mission to trial advanced gear like IVAS augmented goggles and anti-drone weapons. The IVAS headset integrates thermal, low-light, and navigation tools, while...

August 22, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

L3Harris DiSCO EW Tested in Sabre 2025

The L3Harris-developed DiSCO EW system has been used in US-Australia drills to detect enemy radars via connected aircraft and autonomous vessels. The software-driven platform creates a fused electronic warfare...

August 20, 2025
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Air Platforms

Shield AI Powers First Autonomous H145 Flight

Airbus completed the first autonomous flight of its H145 helicopter using Shield AI’s Hivemind system. The software acted as the pilot, integrating with Airbus’ Helionix avionics to manage mission...

August 20, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Kazakhstan Establishes AI Defense Unit

Kazakhstan is moving toward AI-enabled defense with the formation of a military AI unit within the Ministry of Defense. This unit will oversee the digital modernization of armed forces,...

August 19, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Ukraine Fields New 100Km Anti-Jam FPV Drone

A Ukrainian company is working on a new FPV drone with a 100-km reach, leveraging fiber-optic tethering to overcome electronic jamming. Current FPVs depend on radio signals and are...

August 18, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Taiwan Labels Small Drones as Consumables

Taiwan will classify small drones as “consumables” to simplify acquisition and improve access for its military. Modeled on US policy, the change allows commanders to procure drones directly, treating...

August 18, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

US Army LTAMDS Radar Excels in Missile Test

The US Army’s LTAMDS radar achieved multiple firsts in a missile test at White Sands, detecting and engaging a target via the Integrated Battle Command System. It marked the...

August 18, 2025
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Naval Platforms

US Navy Burke-Class Deploys Coyote Interceptors

The US Navy has deployed Coyote drone interceptors on an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer for the first time, enhancing defense against UAV swarms. Images confirmed their presence on USS Bainbridge...