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HII Expands Sea Drone Business Amid Modest Revenue Growth
HII is rapidly expanding its sea drone business, with CEO Chris Kastner describing it as a strategic game-changer for the Navy, despite modest revenue growth. The company's unmanned systems are poised to play a key role in future missions, but aren't expected to be a major cash driver just yet.
OpenAI Cuts GPT-5.6 Model Prices to Boost Efficiency
Big news: OpenAI just slashed the prices of its GPT-5.6 Luna model by a whopping 80%, making it way more affordable at $0.20 per million input tokens and $1.20 per million output tokens. This dramatic price cut means you can enjoy top-notch performance without breaking the bank!
Leidos Tackles Pacific Logistics Tyrannies with AI and Autonomy
Logistics in the Pacific are a daunting challenge, with four major hurdles - distance, water, time, and scale - that can't be overcome, only mitigated. Leidos is tackling these Pacific Logistics Tyrannies head-on with innovative solutions like AI and autonomy.
US Quantum Ambitions Hindered by Complex Supply Chain Challenges
The US quantum ambitions are facing a major roadblock: a complex supply chain that's anything but straightforward. It's not just one supply chain, but multiple intertwined ones, making it a challenging puzzle to solve.
Leonardo DRS Bolsters AI Capabilities with $450M Raft Acquisition
Leonardo DRS is supercharging its AI capabilities with the $450M acquisition of Raft, a mission-software specialist that helps defense teams make faster, smarter decisions by fusing diverse data streams. This game-changing deal combines Raft's open-architecture software with DRS's sensing and computing power, accelerating the future of AI-enabled missions.
AI in Government: Automation Targets Inefficiencies in Citizen Services Delivery
Understaffed public agencies are struggling to deliver efficient citizen services, but AI and automation can help bridge the gap by accelerating effective processes and exposing areas for improvement. By leveraging AI, governments can optimize operations and make the most of limited resources.
Air Force Narrows Drone Wingman Vendors
The Air Force is pushing forward with its Collaborative Combat Aircraft development, planning to narrow down its pool of vendors from nine to as many as six next year. Over the next 10 months, the service will refine its concept and ultimately receive up to six closed conceptual designs.
Air Force Advances Robot-Wingman Effort with Six Potential Designs
The Air Force is pushing forward with its robot-wingman initiative, narrowing down to six potential designs that could soon move into prototyping. Col. Timothy Helfridge says the next phase, expected to wrap up by mid-2027, will yield several promising conceptual designs.
Tech Giants Form Alliance to Bolster Open-Source AI Models
In a bid to revolutionize AI security, 37 tech giants, led by NVIDIA, have joined forces to form the Open Secure AI Alliance, championing the development of open-source AI models that boost cybersecurity and foster customization. By uniting behind open models, harness, and tools, the alliance aims to safeguard infrastructure and empower defenders to adapt and deploy robust protections.
US Pushes Global Coalition to Secure 6G Leadership
The US is spearheading a groundbreaking global effort with over 20 governments to shape the future of 6G technology, prioritizing security and resilience. This unprecedented initiative, led by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, aims to position the US and its allies for leadership in the next generation of communications.
US Air Force Explores Commanding Australian MQ-28 Ghost Bat Drones
The US Air Force is pushing the boundaries of drone technology with the MQ-28 Ghost Bat, a cutting-edge Australian drone that's being tested in a historic partnership with US forces. Gen. Kevin Schneider reveals that the MQ-28's successful integration with US test units at Exercise Valiant Shield 2026 marks a major milestone in collaborative combat aircraft development.
UK Unveils Stealth Fighter Demonstrator Details in New Images
Get ready to take a closer look at the UK's latest stealth fighter demonstrator, with BAE Systems releasing its clearest official photos yet, showcasing the aircraft's construction in unprecedented detail. The images give us a glimpse into the making of this cutting-edge tech, set to take to the skies from Warton by 2027.
Global Combat Air Programme Expands With Canada On Board As Observer
Canada has taken a significant step closer to joining the Global Combat Air Programme, announcing its new "observer" status - a strategic move that could pave the way for full membership and industrial collaboration in the future. This development comes as the UK reaffirms its commitment to GCAP with a substantial £8.6 billion investment over four years.
Leonardo-Baykar Venture Launches Drone Production
Get ready to take to the skies! The Leonardo-Baykar joint venture, LBA Systems, has officially launched drone production, unveiling a range of six cutting-edge systems at the Farnborough International Airshow.
BAE Systems Unveils Brontanax Loyal Wingman Drone at Farnborough Airshow
Get ready to take flight into the future of defense tech - BAE Systems just unveiled its game-changing Brontanax Loyal Wingman Drone at the Farnborough Airshow! This cutting-edge system is set to revolutionize the skies with its innovative design and capabilities.
UK Eyes Typhoon Fighter Drones With Meteor Missiles
Imagine a future where a high-tech Typhoon fighter drone, equipped with advanced radar and Meteor missiles, teams up with smaller, agile aircraft to dominate the skies. This game-changing concept, dubbed the Typhoon/CCA, could revolutionize air combat by multiplying the power of our air forces.
Army Tests Next-Gen Comms Gear in Mojave Desert Heat
In the scorching Mojave Desert heat, the Army is putting its next-gen communications gear to the ultimate test, pushing the limits of electronics and comms under extreme environmental conditions. With temperatures soaring to 106 degrees Fahrenheit, the stakes are high for Project Convergence Capstone 6.
China's AI Path Diverges on Open-Source Models
President Xi Jinping's call for "open-source and openness" at the World AI Conference in Shanghai has sparked intrigue about China's AI future, but a closer look reveals a more nuanced approach that balances sharing with selective secrecy. China's AI path is unfolding with a blend of generosity and guarded strategy.
MIT Bolsters Surveillance with $3 Million AI Camera Network
MIT is investing over $3 million in a cutting-edge AI camera network, rolling out more than 500 smart cameras across its campus, including academic buildings, residence halls, and outdoor spaces, to bolster safety and surveillance. The installation, which kicked off in November 2025, is expected to be completed by September 2026.
BETA Unveils MV250 Hybrid-Electric VTOL Combat Cargo Drone
Meet the MV250, a game-changing hybrid-electric VTOL combat cargo drone that's poised to revolutionize military logistics with its impressive range, speed, and cost-effectiveness. By harnessing the power of hybrid-electric technology, the MV250 outperforms traditional tiltrotor and legacy platforms, enabling longer missions, faster travel, and significant cost savings.
Chinese AI Models Gain Edge in Price War
Chinese AI models are shaking up the market with unbeatable prices, offering comparable intelligence to Western competitors at a fraction of the cost. For instance, Z.ai's GLM-5.2 costs just $1.92 per million output tokens, while Anthropic's Opus 4.8 goes for $25 per million.
Canada Joins GCAP Fighter Program as Observer
Canada has taken a significant step forward in its defense capabilities by joining the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) as an observer, granting it privileged access to cutting-edge technology and industrial cooperation. This new role will deepen Canada's understanding of the programme's governance, capabilities, and industrial framework.
Fortinet taps Intel Foundry for custom Security Processor.
Fortinet is taking its security game to the next level by partnering with Intel Foundry to produce its sixth-generation Security Processor, a custom-built ASIC designed to supercharge security and cryptographic operations in hardware firewalls. This powerful new processor is set to revolutionize the way Fortinet builds its smaller appliances, like SD-WAN gateways.
Anduril Unveils Autonomous Tiltrotor for US Army Helicopter Missions
Imagine a game-changing aircraft that's a fraction of the cost of traditional helicopters like the Cheyenne or Apache, yet packs a powerful punch - Anduril's unveiled its autonomous, heavily armed tiltrotor, Thunder. This hybrid-electric, vertical-takeoff-and-landing rotorcraft is designed to be a robotic wingman, transportable in a standard shipping container.