Navy’s MQ-25 Stingray gets green light for low-rate initial production
A low-rate initial production contract for three aircraft is expected this summer, the Navy said.
The AI aircraft debate rages, but both sides are wrong
In the debate of AI versus human pilots, ULA's Tory Bruno considers a compromise where AI supports warfighters rather than replace them.
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How defensive cyber responds to hockey-stick growth of AI-driven threats
Artificial intelligence is reshaping adversarial cyber operations at machine speed, requiring defenders to increase operational tempo while imposing pain and cost.
Army wants to buy one million drones over next two to three years
This uptick in drone acquisition will be possible through a new pilot program, called SkyFoundry, an initiative headed by Army Material Command, an Army Spokesperson told Breaking Defense.
Turkey’s STM debuts multi-role support ship model in Malaysia
STM said the vessel is designed to “support amphibious operations” through armored unit transportation, to deliver logistical support and can be used for search and rescue operations.
With UAVs, air defenses and a full-sized, modified tank, Russian firms make splash inside IDEX 2025
At the previous edition of IDEX, which took place in early 2023 and just a few months after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Russian companies were not listed as official exhibitors and relegated to a separate outdoor pavilion.
New Biden MTCR policy will free long-range missile tech, space launcher sales to key allies, partners
The new guidance "strengthens the U.S. ability to deter our adversaries, expands U.S. exports .... and broadens the scope of future space partnerships with U.S. allies and partners," one recent Biden official told Breaking Defense.
How integrated modeling and simulation accelerates Europe’s defensive edge
Lockheed Martin’s ACES platform delivers a shared virtual battlespace that strengthens readiness, interoperability, and faster decision-making through advanced, integrated modeling and simulation capabilities designed for evolving global threats.
Pentagon on the hunt for cheap, one-way drones
“We have no cap on the number of vendors involved," a DIU spokesperson said.
The next president must lead on missile defense
In this op-ed, Matthew Costlow argues that the next president should turn their attention, and the budget, to homeland missile defense.
Army wants ideas for new large drone for reconnaissance and attack missions
The service wants information on Group 4 or 5 drone designs that can carry a range of sensors, and also launch new weapons like the developmental launched effects.
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IAI Bolsters its Maritime Capabilities
By offering unique solutions tailored to the operational needs of global markets, IAI considers its maritime activity a key growth driver for the future.
New webinar Safeguarding funded innovation in research security
Join us 6/24 as experts discuss evolving US research security policy and innovation protection. 1 CPE credit eligible.
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“The Watched Pot Still Boils” – Expeditionary & Survivable C4I
Part 1 of a narrative series illustrating how America’s armed forces might use technology to accomplish their most demanding missions.
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The Army National Guard Needs Gray Eagle
Army National Guard units are an essential part of the Total Force. They need the same equipment, too.
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UK Protector leads MQ-9B development in Europe
The Royal Air Force is set to become the world’s first operational user of the MQ-9B SkyGuardian, the world’s most advanced medium-altitude, long-endurance RPAS.
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Versatile multi-domain MQ-9B SeaGuardian has revolutionized anti-submarine warfare
The first unmanned aerial system of its kind that can search the ocean surface and the depths in support of naval intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance.