The US military's ongoing conflict with Iran has already racked up a staggering $38.1 billion price tag, with monthly costs expected to continue at a whopping $2-3 billion. Rebuilding depleted inventories of crucial interceptors could take a lengthy five years.
Lockheed Martin is shaking things up with its AGM-158 FLEX concept, a game-changing modular airframe design that promises to unlock future cost savings and unleash a new era of versatility for the AGM-158 missile family. This innovative approach allows for interchangeable components and easy reconfiguration for different sensors, lengths, and launch methods.
As global security tensions escalate, Australia's reliance on maritime trade - with over 99% of its international trade traveling by sea - makes a strong navy more crucial than ever. With interstate conflicts on the rise, it's clear that a robust naval defence strategy, like AUKUS, is vital to protecting the nation's interests.
Anduril's VP for strategy execution, Erin Simpson, warns that without a FY27 budget, production of the FQ-44 Fury drone will be delayed, despite the company's significant investments in a new production facility and long-lead items. Even with a head start, Anduril needs procurement dollars to move forward with full-rate production.
The US Space Force isn't just a supporting player - it's a game-changer on the battlefield, delivering crucial space power to the fight. In a recent example, Space Force waged electronic warfare against Iran in Operation Epic Fury, providing direct support to the mission.
Australia's denial strategy is racing against the clock to be up and running by the 2030s, when the game-changing nuclear attack submarines will be ready to take the helm. A bold new plan, dubbed the Joint Architecture for Forward Denial, aims to revolutionize Australia's defence by combining cutting-edge tech with powerful ground-based strike capabilities.
The F-35 Engine Upgrade has just cleared a major hurdle, with Pratt & Whitney's Engine Core Upgrade (ECU) passing a crucial design review, paving the way for a more powerful and reliable F135 powerplant. This milestone confirms the design is solid, and the team is ready to move forward with integration work.
The NSA's legacy lives on in the design of Cray supercomputers, with innovations from the older Harvest system influencing the development of the lightning-fast Cray-1. Although Harvest itself didn't dominate the scene, its ideas persisted as secret perks built into Cray hardware for years to come.
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Pakistan's addition of eight Hangor-class submarines to its fleet is giving the Indian Navy a serious headache, significantly expanding the country's underwater capabilities and posing a substantial challenge to its naval dominance. This massive influx of firepower is set to alter the balance of power in the region.
Lt. Gen. Jason T. Hinds is spearheading a critical mission to ramp up air defense against Russian drone and missile threats, implementing key plans like EVA Eastern Sentry and Standing Defense Plan 12000 to safeguard European airspace. With Russia's unpredictable tactics, Hinds is determined to equip nations with the defenses they need to protect their skies.
LeoLabs is shaking up its sales strategy by offering its cutting-edge mobile space radar, Scout-S, directly to governments and allies, in addition to its traditional customer base. The move aims to meet surging demand from the US and its partners for advanced space surveillance capabilities.
Australians should have the freedom to choose how they experience social media, not have it dictated by big tech - and a proposed digital duty of care aims to make that a reality. The government's "My Feed, My Way" approach could give users a meaningful alternative to opaque recommendation systems.
The US Space Force is stepping up its game, with General Douglas Schiess confirming that the US now operates weapons in orbit to defend against growing threats from rival nations. It's a bold move, signaling that the US is ready to protect its interests in space.
For 25 years, the US has been driven by an ambitious surveillance agenda, fueled by the mantra "collect it all, process it all, exploit it all" - but now, this approach is under critical scrutiny. The tide seems to be turning, as the nation reevaluates the sweeping surveillance programs that have become the norm.
Get ready for a game-changer: the US Air Force is gearing up to deploy fighter drones in a large-scale exercise, marking a major milestone with the first live large-force employment integration for Collaborative Combat Aircraft in December. This ambitious test, dubbed Emerald Flag, will push the boundaries of mission autonomy and capabilities.
As the US heads into the midterms, President Trump is urging supporters to turn out and vote for Republican candidates, using a simple yet effective strategy: pretending he's on the ballot. He knows his presence can drive turnout, and he's counting on his loyal base to help his fellow Republicans win big.
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Pakistan is one step closer to launching its advanced communications satellite, PakSat-2, after securing approval from the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) with a budget of $134 million. This milestone marks a significant progress in the country's space exploration efforts.
The space sector is bracing for impact as budget cuts loom large, and industry leaders are taking notice. A warning from space itself is sending shockwaves through the community, alongside a surprise engine team up that's turning heads.
The People's Liberation Army's 69th Heavy Combined Arms Brigade has reached a major milestone in its modernization journey, now operating the advanced Type 99B MBT. This upgrade was showcased to the world during the September 2025 Victory Day parade, marking a significant leap in the brigade's capabilities.
Despite a major regulatory breakthrough, AUKUS Pillar II is struggling to deliver tangible capabilities, with critics saying progress has been slow five years after the partnership's launch. The initiative aims to drive innovation in six key areas, including AI, cyber, and hypersonics, but results have yet to match expectations.
Pratt & Whitney is teaming up with aircraft startup Hermeus to produce the F100-PW-229 turbofan, a powerful engine that has been propelling some F-15 and F-16 fighter jets since 1992. This marks Pratt's first-ever license agreement of its kind with a fellow American company, aiming to strengthen the defense industrial base.
GA-ASI President David Alexander says the company is pushing the boundaries of innovation with its next-gen uncrewed aircraft, driven by the need for advanced capabilities in modern warfare. Recent combat losses have shown that evolving large Uncrewed Aircraft Systems is crucial to delivering scalable surveillance and precision strike while keeping aircrews safe.
The US Air Force is overhauling its base defense strategy to counter aerial threats, shifting from a position of sanctuary to proactive protection of its bases and personnel from missiles and drones. Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach emphasized that point defense can no longer be a secondary focus, but a core function, driven by recent operational lessons from conflicts like the war with Iran.
In a swift and decisive move, Italian Eurofighter jets scrambled from Šiauliai Air Base in Lithuania and took down an unidentified drone that had breached the country's airspace, with officials later revealing the drone was carrying an explosive device. The intercept was carried out in line with NATO's strict operational procedures.