Ukraine could lift arms-exports ban this year as would-be buyers line up
Gulf countries threatened by Iran could be some of the first nations to buy Ukrainian air-defense technology at scale.
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Dutch startup Intelic sets up drone marketplace for European militaries
BASE will allow defense ministries to explore systems that are ready to be used in a coalition framework, with interoperability guaranteed, says the firm.
Air Force unit exploring uses for small drones in Mideast
Small drones could help the Air Force map unexplored areas and disrupt enemy operations.
Air Force, Space Force pursue AI readiness by 2025
To get after AI readiness, the Department of the Air Force must continue investments in training and infrastructure, says the outgoing AI and data chief.
F-35 undergoes first test flight with TR-3 hardware, software upgrades
The Technology Refresh 3 upgrades will lay the groundwork for a major modernization effort known as Block 4.
US Air Force wants industry input for ‘innovative’ ABMS technologies
The Air Force is specifically interested in commercial gear that is hardened against jamming and can boost data transfer rates and reduce latency.
First British-based space launch of military satellites fails
Virgin Orbit officials said Jan. 10 that an anomaly had occurred during the firing of the rocket’s second stage engine, ending the mission.
Pentagon awards $40M ‘Vampire’ contract for Ukraine’s drone defenses
The Pentagon has awarded L3Harris Technologies a $40 million contract to send Ukraine “Vampire” counter-drone systems by mid-year, the company announced.
Europeans wade into fighting seabed threats with drones and sensors
Nations are moving to defend the vast network of undersea cables and pipelines that pump energy and data to the continent.
Pentagon hosts Five Eyes partners for zero-trust cybersecurity talks
Both zero trust and international collaboration are foundational to the Pentagon’s Joint All-Domain Command and Control endeavor, or JADC2.
Sweden vows to push defense collaboration, cyber defense at EU helm
Stockholm has set out to move the needle on joint procurement arrangements for military equipment within the European Union.
