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Elsight Advances to Phase 3 of DIU’s Project GI With HALO Secure Drone Comms

Defense firm Elsight has been selected by the US Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to enter Phase 3 of Project GI.

Saab Introduces ‘Worlds-First’ Fifth-Generation Battle Submarine

Saab is putting forward its Beingke-class A26, a battle submarine described as the first in the world to have a fifth-generation design.

Europe Builds Tools to ‘Stealthify’ Future Underwater Drones

Europe’s future AUV will be quieter, employing advanced numerical models, towing-tank, and manoeuvring-basin experiments.

New AI-Driven X-Ray Drone Defense Exposes Threats Before They Take Off

AI X-ray system detects drone components in luggage, uses machine learning to identify drone materials, and integrates with existing screening workflows.

South Africa’s ‘All-in-One’ Anti-Drone System Lets AI Pick the Perfect Weapon

A South African firm just showed the potential of a counter-drone system that packs detection, engagement, and C2 capabilities into a single vehicle. 

Sweden Orders Ground-Based Air Defense Parts From Saab for $220M

Sweden has ordered new sensors and a command-and-control system from Saab for the army’s brigade-level ground-based air defense.

US Special Ops to Use 500+ Seized Chinese Drones in Training

Instead of being incinerated, more than 500 Chinese-made uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) confiscated by the US state of Florida will be handed over to the US Special Operations Command for target practice and evaluation.

US Navy Awards BAE Systems $22M for Ship Missile Canisters

The US Navy has contracted BAE Systems to produce an undisclosed number of missile canisters for its surface ships.

Finland’s NestAI Advances Military AI With $115M Funding, Nokia Partnership

NestAI, a Finnish firm specializing in command-and-control (C2) and intelligent unmanned systems, is on a roll towards pushing artificial intelligence (AI) into defense tech.

USMC Approves Automatic Terrain Awareness and Warning for F/A-18 Hornets

The US Marine Corps has approved the Automatic Terrain Awareness and Warning System for its F/A-18 fleet, with rollout to begin in 2026.

University of Louisville to Run Pentagon Innovation Hub in Kentucky

Kentucky is set to play a role in Pentagon’s tech pipeline after University of Louisville is tapped as the new Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub.

Ukraine’s Allies Weigh Options if US Cuts Intelligence Support: Report

Kyiv’s European and NATO allies assessed how to fill intel gaps after the US warned it may halt intelligence-sharing with Ukraine.

Nigeria Boosts Defense Industry With First 1,000 Homegrown DG-103 Rifles

The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria-D7G has produced nearly 1,000 units of its upgraded DG-103 rifle within the first two months of operations at its Kaduna facility, according to local media.

Venezuela Says US Terrorist Designation a ‘Ridiculous Lie’

Venezuela has rejected the US terrorist designation of an alleged drug cartel on its territory as a "ridiculous lie."

German Armed Forces to Adopt Lessons From Ukrainian Frontline Veterans

Berlin plans to integrate Ukrainian military veterans into German Armed Forces academies to teach its own warfighters, providing combat experience that training simulations cannot imitate.

France Says Ready to Deliver Frigate to Sweden by 2030

France said it was ready to deliver a "fully equipped" frigate to Sweden, which is looking to acquire four new warships, by 2030.