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forbes.comTurkish Startup Develops Spray-On Radar-Absorbing Coating for Drones
A Turkish defense research firm says it has created a spray-on coating that reduces drone radar signatures by up to 43.2 dB. The material uses volcanic basalt and pumice and has been tested at Pamukkale University.
rte.ieVenture Funding for Defense Startups Reached $29 Billion in 2025
Venture capital directed at defense-focused companies totaled $29 billion last year. The figure is nearly three times the amount recorded in 2020.
U.S. Special Operations Command Seeks Recruits with Both Technical Skills and Physical Toughness
Military leaders say future special operations troops must combine technical knowledge with traditional combat endurance. The shift follows changes in warfare driven by drones, sensors, and autonomous systems.
Ukraine Program Allows Western Firms to Test Defense Technology
Hundreds of companies have applied to the Test in Ukraine program, which began in July 2025. Dozens are currently evaluating systems under combat conditions through the Brave1 platform.
Defense NewsDARPA Seeks Robot Medic Prototypes for Battlefield Casualties
The U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency issued a solicitation for small businesses to develop autonomous robotic systems that can reach, move, and treat wounded personnel. The deadline for proposals is June 3.
automotiveworld.comQuantum Cyber Raises Over $15 Million Through Warrant Exercises
Quantum Cyber N.V. received more than $15 million after warrant holders exercised all outstanding warrants. The company reported that its balance sheet is now debt-free with 22,767,254 shares outstanding.
Pentagon Evaluation Group Reviews Ballistic Ball Caps for Military Testing
A Department of Defense contractor said some Army and Marine Corps units may soon test ballistic ball caps and patrol caps made by R-12. The caps are designed to reduce the energy of certain handgun rounds. Interest in the gear followed a fatal shooting of two West Virginia Natio…
medium.comRafael Advanced Defense Systems Unveils Storm Shield Electronic Warfare Suite for UAVs
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems introduced Storm Shield, a compact electronic warfare suite for unmanned aerial vehicles, at the AOC Electronic Warfare Conference in Helsinki on May 24, 2026. The system provides autonomous threat detection and countermeasures for drones operating…
jpost.comIsrael Aerospace Industries Unveils Diamond Naval Defense Concept
Israel Aerospace Industries announced a new naval defense system called Diamond on May 20. The concept uses containerized modules on existing ships and smaller vessels to add missiles, sensors, and loitering munitions.
thehindu.comArmy Special Operations Seeks Upgrades for Quieter Helicopter Missions
Program Executive Officer Steve Smith said current MH-60M and MH-47G helicopters require new systems to conduct future operations with fewer aircraft. Technology from the MV-75 Cheyenne platform is expected to transfer to the special operations fleet in the mid-2030s.
Fox NewsBlockchain Technology Offers Pentagon Options for Defense Applications
The Trump administration's support for cryptocurrency has shifted U.S. policy from the prior regulatory approach. Officials are examining how blockchain systems could support military logistics, data integrity, and supply chain tracking.
Defense NewsArmy Expands Counter-Drone Program with Poland and Other Allies
The U.S. Army announced on Wednesday that Poland has joined the Pentagon’s counter-drone marketplace. Australia and South Korea also agreed to participate, joining the United Kingdom and Romania.
Defense NewsU.S. Officials Describe Ukraine Military Capabilities as Strongest in Europe
Senior U.S. officials stated last week that Ukraine's armed forces rank ahead of other European militaries and in some respects ahead of U.S. systems. The comments contrast with earlier statements from President Trump downplaying Ukrainian capabilities.
insurancejournal.comQuantum Cyber Files Provisional Patent for Amphibious Autonomous Vehicle
Quantum Cyber N.V. filed a provisional patent application for an autonomous ground vehicle platform that uses quantum navigation in GPS-denied environments. The filing occurred in May 2026 with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
ForbesAnduril Raises $5 Billion at $61 Billion Valuation
Defense technology company Anduril announced a $5 billion Series H funding round at a $61 billion valuation last week. The round was co-led by Andreessen Horowitz and Thrive Capital.
yahoo.comDrone Boat Interest Increases in Strait of Hormuz
Defense technology firms are developing autonomous surface vessels as the situation in the Strait of Hormuz continues. Havoc completed a $100 million funding round and delivered 32 drone boats to date.
news.usni.orgUSS Ted Stevens Arleigh Burke Destroyer Arrives in Norfolk Virginia
The USS Ted Stevens (DDG 128), the second Baseline 10 Flight III Arleigh Burke-class destroyer equipped with the SPY-6 radar, arrived in Norfolk, Virginia. The vessel represents the latest addition to the U.S. Navy surface fleet with advanced air and missile defense capabilities.…
cnbc.comPresident Trump Bought and Sold Palantir Stock Before Social Media Endorsement
Records show President Trump purchased between $247,008 and $630,000 of Palantir stock in the first three months of 2026. He sold at least $1.1 million worth during the same period. Trump posted praise for the company on Truth Social the month after some of the purchases.
en.globes.co.ilIsraeli Defense-Tech Fund Aurelius Capital Accelerates AI and Cyber Investments
Aurelius Capital, co-founded by Alon Lifshitz and Tomer Jacob, cited the October 7 attacks and global instability as accelerating its focus on AI, cyber, and dual-use technologies. The fund, which emerged from stealth mode in October, plans to allocate 70 percent of its capital t…
Breaking DefenseArmy Creates New Office to Integrate Existing Unmanned Systems Across Combat Roles
The U.S. Army created the Capability Program Executive Office for Mission Autonomy earlier in 2026 to link drones, robots and other unmanned platforms into taskable packages. Brig. Gen. Anthony Gibbs, who leads the office, outlined its initial priorities of combat engineering, fi…
manilatimes.netQuantum Cyber N.V. Launches Corporate Website Highlighting Defense Technology Portfolio
Quantum Cyber N.V. (NASDAQ: QUCY) unveiled its new corporate website on May 15, 2026, detailing an AI-powered, quantum-accelerated autonomous defense platform. The launch from West Palm Beach, Florida, coincides with the Trump administration's proposed $55 billion fiscal 2027 bud…
benzinga.comAnduril and LMI to Run Three-Month Pilot Developing Software for Army's Next Generation Command and Control System
Anduril Industries and LMI have begun a three-month pilot to develop combat-ready applications for the U.S. Army's Next Generation Command and Control environment. The initiative comes days after Anduril raised $5 billion in Series H funding, lifting its valuation to around $61 b…
fortune.comDefense Startup Furientis Emerges From Stealth With $5 Million in Pre-Seed Funding
Furientis, a defense startup based in Los Angeles, announced $5 million in pre-seed funding led by Silent Ventures. The company develops low-cost ship-based interceptor missiles using automotive manufacturing techniques and commercial components. It aims to address U.S. military…
ukdefencejournal.org.ukArmy Tests Mobile Ad Hoc Network in African Lion 26 Exercise
Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll received a briefing on a Mobile Ad Hoc Network–Cloud High Mobility Radio system during African Lion 26 in Agadir, Morocco on May 1, 2026. The proof-of-concept demonstration connected allied and partner sensors into a shared common operational pi…
thesouthafrican.comArmy Tests Mobile Ad Hoc Network in African Lion 26 Exercise
Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll received a capabilities brief on a Mobile Ad Hoc Network–Cloud High Mobility Radio system during African Lion 26 in Agadir, Morocco on May 1 2026. The proof-of-concept demonstration connected allied and partner sensors into a shared common opera…
ukdefencejournal.org.ukUS integrates MCHMR system into African Lion 26 exercise
Airman 1st Class Caleb Hilton described integration of the MCHMR during African Lion 26 in a Department of Defense interview released May 13 2026. The development expands combined joint operations between US forces and African partner nations in Morocco.
Breaking DefenseL3Harris Introduces Software-Based Electronic Warfare Upgrade for Falcon IV Radios
L3Harris announced Wraith Shield on March 13, 2026, a software upgrade that turns existing Falcon IV handheld radios into counter-drone jammers without new hardware. The capability, compatible with more than 100,000 radios worldwide, creates a personal protection bubble against u…
fortune.comIsomorphic Labs Raises $2.1 Billion While Anduril Closes $5 Billion Funding Round
Isomorphic Labs, founded by Demis Hassabis, announced a $2.1 billion Series B funding round. Anduril simultaneously closed a $5 billion Series H at a $61 billion valuation. Thrive Capital led both rounds, with Andreessen Horowitz also participating in Anduril's financing.
BenzingaParaZero Demonstrates Counter-Drone System at Romanian Defense Exhibition
ParaZero Technologies Ltd. successfully demonstrated its DefendAir counter-drone platform in a live battlefield simulation during the Black Sea Defense, Aerospace and Security exhibition. The event, conducted with regional reseller New Akord Security, drew more than 200 officials…
Washington ExaminerFinnish Company Sensofusion Develops Containerized System to Mass-Produce Interceptor Drones
Sensofusion's container-sized Tactical Drone Factory allows three personnel to produce 50 interceptor drones per day using 3D printers and proprietary software. The system, which ships by the end of Q2, includes materials for 2,000 drones and an AI client for resupply. It respond…
FortuneIsomorphic Labs Raises $2.1 Billion as Anduril Closes $5 Billion Funding
Isomorphic Labs announced a $2.1 billion Series B funding round while Anduril closed a $5 billion Series H at a $61 billion valuation. Thrive Capital led both rounds with Andreessen Horowitz also leading Anduril's round. The announcements occurred within the last 24 hours as both…
flipboard.comAI Weapons Start-up Valued at $61 Billion After Raising $5 Billion
The start-up that makes artificial intelligence-backed weapons doubled its valuation from a year earlier to $61 billion in a new financing round. The company raised $5 billion in the latest funding. The increase reflects growing investor interest in defense technologies that inco…
ibtimes.comNaval Research Lab Adds Plume Modeling Tool to ATAK Mobile App
U.S. Naval Research Laboratory researchers integrated the Contaminant Transport Analyst plugin into the Android Tactical Awareness Kit. The addition gives first responders shared real-time plume modeling on mobile devices for hazardous material incidents.
yahoo.comDARPA Seeks Containerized Systems for Autonomous Drone Swarms
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency has requested concepts for drones in Groups 1-3 and remotely operated containerized systems capable of launching, recovering, and sustaining them. The systems would support autonomous constellations of up to 500 drones for missions in…
Washington ExaminerFAA and Pentagon Validate AeroVironment LOCUST Laser Counter-Drone System Following White Sands Test
The high-energy laser demonstrated safe operation near civilian aircraft during an early March 2026 test at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico. AeroVironment announced the results Wednesday alongside FAA approval and expansion of a directed-energy pilot program to five milit…
interestingengineering.comU.S. Army Accelerating AI Deployment Faster Than Personnel Can Integrate, Outgoing CIO Says
Leonel Garciga, the outgoing chief information officer of the U.S. Army, said soldiers and civilians are struggling to keep pace with rapid AI deployment. He advocated broadly releasing tools rather than following multi-year procurement cycles. The approach aligns with acquisitio…
fortune.comAnduril Demonstrates Bolt Attack Drone at West Texas Test Site Amid Growing U.S. Military Contracts
Brian Schimpf handed a three-pound tungsten warhead to a Fortune journalist during a demonstration of Anduril’s Bolt drone at the company’s West Texas test site. The defense startup, valued at $31 billion, is expanding rapidly with contracts from the U.S. military and allies whil…
Leonel Garciga Completes Three-Year Term as Army Chief Information Officer
Leonel Garciga's term as the U.S. Army's chief information officer concluded last Friday after he was appointed by the Biden administration's Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth. He told Business Insider that adapting soldiers and civilians to new technology, particularly AI…
jpost.comHavelsan Unveils Barkan 3 Unmanned Ground Vehicle for Autonomous Swarm Operations
Havelsan has introduced the Barkan 3 unmanned ground vehicle, designed to operate as part of an autonomous swarm. The system builds on earlier versions of the Barkan family. @BreakingDefense reported the development on May 8, 2026.
Rest of WorldTaiwanese Drone Maker Thunder Tiger Wins U.S. Military Approval for China-Free Supply Chain
Thunder Tiger, based near Taichung Airport on Taiwan’s western coast, became the first Asian firm to win U.S. clearance for China-free drones in September 2025. General manager Gene Su highlighted cost asymmetries observed in Ukraine and Iran as the company produces low-cost AI-e…
jns.orgTurkey Unveils 6000km-Range Yildirimhan ICBM
Turkey has unveiled the Yildirimhan intercontinental ballistic missile with a reported range of 6000 kilometers. Greek media reported that Pakistan played a role in the development of the Turkish missile program. The announcement marks a significant expansion in Turkey's missile…
azernews.azPentagon Officials Say AI Accelerates Cyber Defense and Exploitation
Assistant Secretary for Cyber Policy Katherine Sutton and Pentagon CTO Emil Michael expressed optimism about AI models like Anthropic's Mythos for rapidly identifying and fixing software vulnerabilities. The officials spoke hours after OpenAI expanded access to its rival model fo…
azernews.azAgile Defense Secures Contract to Support CDAO Agentic AI Development
Agile Defense announced on May 7, 2026 that it secured a contract through the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office Tradewinds acquisition ecosystem. The company will support the Enterprise Mission Area within CDAO on agentic AI development. Agile Defense is a provider…
forbes.comNGA Director Announces New AI Framework and Launches Rapid Capabilities Office
Lt. Gen. Michelle Bredenkamp outlined the agency's blueprint for becoming an AI-first organization in her first major speech since taking charge in November 2025. The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency is finalizing the framework to align with the Department of Defense AI st…
naturalnews.comU.S. Approves $374 Million Sale of GPS-Guided Bomb Kits to Ukraine
The U.S. has approved the sale of up to 1,532 JDAM tail kits to Ukraine for $374 million. These kits convert unguided bombs into precision munitions with a range of up to 45 miles. Ukraine will purchase the equipment directly, unlike a previous free provision in December 2022.
thehindu.comU.S. Navy Seeks $177.7 Million for At-Sea Rearming Demonstration on Montford Point Ship
The U.S. Navy's Fiscal Year 2027 budget request includes $177.7 million to fund a demonstration of at-sea reloading for vertical launch systems on the USNS Montford Point. This initiative aims to enhance rearming capabilities for cruisers and destroyers without returning to port.…
under30ceo.comS&P 500 and Nasdaq Hit Record Highs as Oil Prices Fall
U.S. stock indexes closed at record levels amid declining oil prices, with expert commentary highlighting economic risks from global tensions. NATO wrapped up a multinational exercise, while a satellite program transitioned agencies. A new guide detailed top ETF brokers for inves…
АрміяInform / Wikimedia (CC BY 4.0)Turkish Firm Sells 100,000 FPV Drones, Helicopters, and Other UAVs to Unnamed Buyer
A Turkish firm has agreed to sell 100,000 FPV kamikaze drones along with several other unmanned systems to an unnamed buyer. The deal includes ALPIN unmanned helicopters, DUMRUL mini UAVs, DELİ tactical drones, and KORGAN ground units. The transaction was reported by @MarioNawfal…
foxbusiness.comU.S. Air Force to Deliver First B-52 for Engine Upgrade to Boeing Later This Year
The U.S. Air Force announced that the first B-52 bomber will arrive at Boeing's San Antonio facility later this year for re-engining under the Commercial Engine Replacement Program. The program recently completed its critical design review, delayed from original plans. The upgrad…
Defense NewsSeven Nations Participate in Balikatan 2026 Military Exercise in Philippines
U.S. Army Pacific Commander Gen. Ronald Clark emphasized deterrence during Exercise Balikatan 2026, the largest in the series with troops from seven countries. The drill, held from April 20 to May 8, focused on large-scale combat and territorial defense. Clark highlighted partner…
jpost.comUkrainian Sky Map Anti-Drone System Deployed in Gulf Region
Gulf states and U.S. partners have adopted Ukrainian anti-drone technology to counter Iranian drone attacks. The Sky Map system uses acoustic sensors and interceptors to detect and neutralize threats. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed defense agreements with several…
Defense NewsDutch Startup Intelic Launches European Military Drone Marketplace BASE
Dutch defense-technology startup Intelic has established a marketplace called BASE for military drones, uniting manufacturers from nine European countries. The platform enables defense ministries to compare and procure interoperable unmanned systems via Intelic's Nexus software.…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewScout AI Secures $100 Million Series A Funding for Defense-Focused AI Development
Defense startup Scout AI secured $100 million in a Series A funding round led by Align Ventures and Draper Associates. The company is developing AI models for commanding military assets, starting with logistics and extending to autonomous weapons. TechCrunch reported on an exclus…
deccanchronicle.comGoogle Authorizes Pentagon Use of AI Tools in Classified Settings
Google has approved the U.S. War Department's use of its AI tools in classified environments through an amendment to an existing contract. This follows similar agreements by OpenAI and xAI in recent weeks. The deal includes provisions stating the tools are not for domestic mass s…
Defense NewsU.S. Army and Navy Collaborate on Joint Laser Weapon System Development
The U.S. Army and Navy are developing a Joint Laser Weapon System to counter cruise missiles, starting with a 150-kilowatt containerized version. The effort draws from existing laser programs and includes planned funding from fiscal 2027 onward. Budget documents outline investmen…
David from Colorado Springs, United States / Wikimedia (CC BY 2.0)Ukraine to Contract 25,000 Combat Robots by Mid-2026, Doubling Prior Year's Deployments
Ukraine's defense minister announced plans to acquire 25,000 new robots for military use in the first half of 2026, doubling last year's total. The goal is to shift all front-line logistics to robots eventually. Robotics firm DevDroid highlighted its rapid update processes to kee…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewAnduril Unveils Copperhead-500M, an AI-Guided Torpedo with 500lb Warhead for Naval Use
Defense technology company Anduril has built the Copperhead-500M, an AI-powered kamikaze torpedo. It carries a 500lb warhead, reaches speeds over 30 knots, and operates in swarms launched from underwater drones. The development marks an advance in autonomous naval weaponry.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUS Approves $275 Million Contract for Aukus Submarine Program
The United States has approved a $275 million contract awarded to Electric Boat as part of the Aukus security pact. The deal supports Australia's acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines with assistance from the US and UK. Separately, Harvey Norman faces a class action over alle…
koreaherald.comSaildrone Enters U.S. Navy Competition for Medium-Sized Unmanned Surface Vehicles
Saildrone has submitted an entry to the U.S. Navy's competition for medium-sized unmanned surface vehicles. The company partnered with defense firms to develop a larger version of its existing vehicle design. The proposed vehicle includes missiles and sensors for detecting submar…
Support Forces of Ukraine Command / Wikimedia (CC BY 4.0)U.S. Deploys Ukrainian-Made Counter-Drone System at Saudi Air Base Following Iranian Attack
The U.S. military has deployed Ukrainian counter-drone systems, including Sky Map and interceptor drones, to Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia following an Iranian drone attack last month. Reuters confirmed the deployment on April 22, 2026. Ukrainian experts trained U.S. per…