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3 hours ago
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Foundation Future Industries wins $24M Pentagon contracts for humanoid robot soldiers, backed by Eric Trump and tested in Ukraine

Foundation Future Industries secured $24 million in Pentagon contracts to test humanoid robots for military applications, facing scrutiny over its leadership and funding.
World news
fromAxios
4 hours ago

Scoop: Israel sent "Iron Dome" system and troops to UAE during Iran war

The UAE has faced significant Iranian missile and drone attacks, prompting military cooperation with Israel for defense support.
fromFortune
17 hours ago

SpaceX, Anduril among companies to win Golden Dome contracts | Fortune

"Adversary capabilities are advancing rapidly, and our acquisition strategies must move even faster to counter the growing speed and maneuverability of modern missile threats," Space Force Col. Bryon McClain said in a statement.
European startups
Science
fromFast Company
3 hours ago

Why aircraft carriers are the best (and worst) place for laser weapons

The USS George HW Bush successfully tested a high-energy laser weapon, marking a significant advancement in naval directed energy capabilities.
fromThe Local Germany
3 days ago

The German army joins Hanover trade fair as defence industry booms

Germany's Hanover Industrial Fair has introduced a Defence Production Area, featuring around 30 companies that offer products with potential military applications, marking a significant shift in focus.
Germany news
US Elections
fromFortune
17 hours ago

U.S. Air Force, Navy plan to boost F-35 fleet after record budget | Fortune

The Air Force and Navy plan to increase F-35 purchases despite criticism and budget challenges.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

1 ETF to Buy Before a $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget Hits

The U.S. and its allies have expended a great deal of their arsenal in the past few years. It simply does not matter if there's a peace deal tomorrow, because those weapons must be stockpiled again and then some.
Business
Silicon Valley
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

This is who's developing Golden Dome's orbital interceptors-if they're ever built

The US Space Force is advancing Space-Based Interceptors for missile defense through a $3.2 billion initiative involving multiple contractors.
#us-military
World politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

The U.S. military may have already used up half of its most expensive missiles, and it could take up to 4 years to rebuild its stockpiles | Fortune

The U.S. faces a near-term risk of depleting its missile stockpiles, impacting future military readiness for potential conflicts.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

U.S. Has Burned Through' Eye-Popping Amount of Munitions During Trump's Iran War: Report

The U.S. has significantly depleted its weapons stockpile in the ongoing conflict with Iran, raising concerns about military readiness.
World politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

The US risks losing a future war without cheap precision-kill weapons, top Pacific admiral warns

US forces must invest in low-cost precision weapons to avoid losing future conflicts, especially against adversaries like China.
World politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

The U.S. military may have already used up half of its most expensive missiles, and it could take up to 4 years to rebuild its stockpiles | Fortune

The U.S. faces a near-term risk of depleting its missile stockpiles, impacting future military readiness for potential conflicts.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

U.S. Has Burned Through' Eye-Popping Amount of Munitions During Trump's Iran War: Report

The U.S. has significantly depleted its weapons stockpile in the ongoing conflict with Iran, raising concerns about military readiness.
World politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

The US risks losing a future war without cheap precision-kill weapons, top Pacific admiral warns

US forces must invest in low-cost precision weapons to avoid losing future conflicts, especially against adversaries like China.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
2 days ago

SpaceX just got pulled into the biggest Weapons Program in U.S. history

SpaceX is developing core software for the Golden Dome missile defense system, focusing on satellite communications integration with other defense companies.
Europe news
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

Netherlands Faces Greatest National Security Threat Since World War Two

The Netherlands faces its greatest national security threat since World War Two, primarily from Russia and China.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

EU leaders agree blueprint for mutual assistance pact amid Trump's criticism of very disappointing Nato'

EU officials will create a plan for using the mutual assistance pact in response to foreign attacks amid rising NATO tensions.
#lockheed-martin
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Lockheed Martin CEO sees Trump's Pentagon as golden opportunity' for growth

Lockheed Martin sees significant growth opportunities under the Trump administration due to increased government contracting amid Middle East conflicts.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Forget Lockheed Martin. This Defense Stock Will Double by 2028.

Lockheed Martin's stock is overvalued despite a strong backlog, while Rheinmetall is positioned for growth amid increasing European defense spending.
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Lockheed Martin CEO sees Trump's Pentagon as golden opportunity' for growth

Lockheed Martin sees significant growth opportunities under the Trump administration due to increased government contracting amid Middle East conflicts.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Forget Lockheed Martin. This Defense Stock Will Double by 2028.

Lockheed Martin's stock is overvalued despite a strong backlog, while Rheinmetall is positioned for growth amid increasing European defense spending.
#nato
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Keep on dreaming': could Europe really defend itself without the US?

Europe cannot defend itself without sustained US support; replacing the US nuclear deterrent would require doubling current European defence spending and building new forces.
#pentagon
Europe news
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

Hegseth Just Sent an Alarming Message to the Rest of the World

The Pentagon delays delivery of high-tech weapons to Estonia due to its own needs in the war with Iran.
Europe news
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

Hegseth Just Sent an Alarming Message to the Rest of the World

The Pentagon delays delivery of high-tech weapons to Estonia due to its own needs in the war with Iran.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 days ago

MoD has lost track of 95,000-strong war reserve as defence readiness fears mount - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Lord Robertson stated, 'We need to sort of round up those who are available, fit, and willing to be able to do it.' This emphasizes the urgency of engaging former service personnel in the strategic reserve.
UK politics
European startups
fromFortune
1 day ago

Trump's bellicose presidency is a 'golden opportunity' for defense firms, and business is booming | Fortune

U.S. defense companies are thriving due to increased military spending and demand for weapons amid ongoing conflicts.
#bundeswehr
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Germany unveils first ever military strategy for Bundeswehr

Germany's Bundeswehr has adopted a military strategy to address increasing international threats, particularly from Russia.
#ai
Venture
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
2 days ago

Rilian raises $17.5 million to bring agentic AI to sovereign defence

Caspian platform automates threat detection and response in compliance-restricted environments using AI agents, enhancing cybersecurity for defense and national security.
European startups
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

Germany's sovereign AI hope changes hands

Aleph Alpha is merging with Canada's Cohere to create a powerful AI entity amid Europe's push for technological independence from US vendors.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

AI-powered robots offer new hope to German factories

Humanoid robots showcased at a trade fair highlight AI's potential to revitalize German industry amid competition from China.
Venture
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
2 days ago

Rilian raises $17.5 million to bring agentic AI to sovereign defence

Caspian platform automates threat detection and response in compliance-restricted environments using AI agents, enhancing cybersecurity for defense and national security.
European startups
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

Germany's sovereign AI hope changes hands

Aleph Alpha is merging with Canada's Cohere to create a powerful AI entity amid Europe's push for technological independence from US vendors.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

AI-powered robots offer new hope to German factories

Humanoid robots showcased at a trade fair highlight AI's potential to revitalize German industry amid competition from China.
Science
fromTheregister
2 days ago

US Air Force names firms to power its bases with mini nukes

The US Air Force is pursuing nuclear microreactor projects to enhance energy resilience at three installations.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFortune
3 days ago

Iran has Trump caught on the same math that Ukraine is using against Putin: $1 million missiles, $20,000 drones | Fortune

Iran's Shahed drones, costing $20,000 to $50,000, effectively target cities and military bases, posing a significant challenge to U.S. military responses.
#germany
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Germany news: Ships to head to Med for possible Hormuz role

German naval ships will be deployed to the Mediterranean to prepare for a future mission in the Strait of Hormuz, pending Bundestag approval.
Germany politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Berlin is rearming, and its neighbors are weighing the risks and benefits of the new German hegemony

Germany is rearming its military in response to geopolitical changes, raising concerns about its past and future role in Europe.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

These Are the 3 Biggest Winners From the Proposed $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget

The U.S. defense budget shift emphasizes software and data-driven solutions, benefiting companies like Palantir Technologies and others in autonomous systems.
#drone-warfare
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Pentagon wants $54B for drones, more than most nations' military budgets

Most funding will support existing drone and autonomous warfare technologies, separate from domestic manufacturing enhancements.
Germany news
fromThe Atlantic
4 weeks ago

Who Needs Tanks In the Age of Drones?

Rheinmetall's CEO dismisses Ukraine's drone innovations, viewing them as simplistic compared to traditional military technology.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Pentagon wants $54B for drones, more than most nations' military budgets

Most funding will support existing drone and autonomous warfare technologies, separate from domestic manufacturing enhancements.
Germany news
fromThe Atlantic
4 weeks ago

Who Needs Tanks In the Age of Drones?

Rheinmetall's CEO dismisses Ukraine's drone innovations, viewing them as simplistic compared to traditional military technology.
#japan
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Japan loosens long-standing curbs on arms exports

Japan approved a major overhaul of defense export rules, allowing lethal weapons sales and aiming to strengthen its domestic arms industry.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Japan loosens long-standing curbs on arms exports

Japan approved a major overhaul of defense export rules, allowing lethal weapons sales overseas to strengthen its arms industry and defense partnerships.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Japan loosens long-standing curbs on arms exports

Japan approved a major overhaul of defense export rules, allowing lethal weapons sales and aiming to strengthen its domestic arms industry.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Japan loosens long-standing curbs on arms exports

Japan approved a major overhaul of defense export rules, allowing lethal weapons sales overseas to strengthen its arms industry and defense partnerships.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

War-driven demand boosts profits for weapons and aircraft manufacturers

Boeing reported a first-quarter loss of $7 million, a significant improvement from the $31 million loss a year earlier, as defense and space earnings increased amid rising demand.
European startups
#ukraine
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: Europe needs homegrown missile defence in a year Zelenskyy

Europe needs its own defense system against ballistic missiles, and Ukraine is actively pursuing this goal through talks with several countries.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Ukraine strikes drone production, military support deal with Germany

Germany and Ukraine have formed a strategic defense partnership focusing on drone expertise and air defense support amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

Ukraine is betting big on war robots, with plans to buy 25,000 and remove humans from front-line supply runs

Ukraine is significantly increasing its arsenal of war robots to enhance front-line logistics and reduce soldier vulnerability.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: Europe needs homegrown missile defence in a year Zelenskyy

Europe needs its own defense system against ballistic missiles, and Ukraine is actively pursuing this goal through talks with several countries.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Ukraine strikes drone production, military support deal with Germany

Germany and Ukraine have formed a strategic defense partnership focusing on drone expertise and air defense support amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Iran Wars Fuels RTX Growth Story as Defense Demand Rockets Higher

CEO Chris Calio emphasized the urgency of delivering critical products for national security, stating, 'We understand that our products are critical to national security. And I can tell you across the organization, we absolutely feel the responsibility and urgency to deliver more and to deliver it faster.'
Business
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

How Defense Tech Investors Are Using SHLD to Capture 21st Century Warfare Spending

Operation Absolute Resolve showcased advanced military technology, with all platforms linked to companies in the Global X Defense Tech ETF.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 weeks ago

The US is burning through expensive missiles. DARPA is looking for cheaper ones that can be built in days, not months.

"To accelerate current weapons development timelines, DARPA is considering an alternative development paradigm to increase the nation's magazine depth and breadth."
World news
fromSpiegel
1 week ago

(S+) Defense in Orbit: Germany Goes Big in the Military Space Race

The German military also uses this airborne communications hub, which allows command staff and soldiers deployed abroad to communicate across continents. The information they share is classified, strictly confidential.
Germany news
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany news: Protesters block Rheinmetall arms plant

Pro-Palestinian protesters glued themselves to a Berlin arms factory entrance, leading to police intervention amid rising inflation linked to the Iran war.
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Army, Anduril enter into new $20B enterprise agreement

The modern battlefield is increasingly defined by software. To maintain our advantage, we must be able to acquire and deploy software capabilities with speed and efficiency. Enterprise contracts are a key part of our modernization strategy, allowing us to consolidate software agreements, eliminate redundancies, and accelerate the delivery of critical tools.
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

UK MoD awards more than two dozen contracts for AI targeting systems | Computer Weekly

Asgard will help it realise the ambitions of the government's 2025 Strategic defence review, which promised to 'deliver a tenfold increase in lethality over the next 10 years' via a combination of enhanced 'firepower, surveillance technology, autonomy, digital connectivity and data'.
Artificial intelligence
Business intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

3 Under-the-Radar Defense Stocks Quietly Beating the Market

Three defense and aerospace companies outperform the S&P 500 in 2026 through strong backlog growth, AI capabilities, and government contracts despite near-term revenue pressures.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
4 weeks ago

Germany's Merz says determined to save European warplane project

Friedrich Merz is determined to salvage the troubled FCAS warplane programme despite nearing abandonment due to ongoing disagreements between Dassault and Airbus.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

20 Reliable Military Vehicles That Nearly Broke the Bank

In military service, reliability is priceless, at least until the bill comes due. Some vehicles earned legendary status because they rarely failed in combat and delivered results under pressure. The problem was what it took to keep them that way. Heavy fuel use, maintenance-intensive systems, specialized parts, and recovery demands typically followed these platforms wherever they deployed. Here, 24/7 Wall St. is taking a closer look at reliable military vehicles that were logistically expensive.
History
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Small defence firms to get easier access to MoD contracts under new growth unit

Small British defence companies are set to gain easier access to Ministry of Defence contracts after the government launched a dedicated unit to simplify procurement and boost spending with smaller suppliers. The Ministry of Defence has unveiled the Defence Office for Small Business Growth, a new service designed to cut through what ministers describe as labyrinthine procurement processes that have historically shut small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) out of the defence market.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

How corporations have collaborated with US military over the decades

Our war fighters are leveraging a variety of advanced AI tools. These systems help us sift through vast amounts of data in seconds so our leaders can cut through the noise and make smarter decisions faster than the enemy can react. Humans will always make final decisions on what to shoot and what not to shoot and when to shoot, but advanced AI tools can turn processes that used to take hours and sometimes even days into seconds.
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#defense-spending
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

3 Defense Stocks Built for the New Era of National Security Spending

Defense spending is shifting structurally, with investors identifying companies positioned to capture the next decade of growth through diversified funds, nuclear propulsion specialists, and emerging defense technology providers.
fromFortune
2 months ago
World news

France's Thales 'extensively' ramps up production to meet a global boom in defense spending, says international CEO Pascale Sourisse | Fortune

Global defense spending surged in 2024, driving firms like Thales to expand production, accelerate drone/C-UAS work, and prompting shifts in procurement and stock gains.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

3 Defense Stocks Built for the New Era of National Security Spending

Defense spending is shifting structurally, with investors identifying companies positioned to capture the next decade of growth through diversified funds, nuclear propulsion specialists, and emerging defense technology providers.
fromFortune
2 months ago
World news

France's Thales 'extensively' ramps up production to meet a global boom in defense spending, says international CEO Pascale Sourisse | Fortune

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

US Army announces contract with Anduril worth up to $20B | TechCrunch

The modern battlefield is increasingly defined by software. To maintain our advantage, we must be able to acquire and deploy software capabilities with speed and efficiency.
European startups
UK politics
fromTheregister
2 months ago

UK defense grapples with Ajax troubles and Typhoon questions

The British Army halted Ajax training after noise and vibration harmed personnel; program leadership changed and the MoD must decide Ajax's future amid costly delays.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany and the Gulf region: Energy and arms deals

Only recently, Environment Minister Carsten Schneider of the center-left Social Democratic Party (SPD) traveled to Saudi Arabia; shortly thereafter, Economy Minister Katherina Reiche of the center-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU) arrived and explained why: "When partnerships that one has relied on for decades begin to become a little fragile, we must look for new partners." Partners, for example, in energy and armaments projects. Reiche signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Saudi Arabian Energy Minister and posted the news on X.
Miscellaneous
#volkswagen
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Report: VW to switch from cars to defense at key plant

Volkswagen is considering converting its Osnabruck plant to produce components for the Iron Dome defense system, but denies plans for weapon production.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Is VW eyeing Iron Dome parts production at German plant?

Volkswagen is considering converting its Osnabruck plant to produce components for the Iron Dome defense system amid production phase-out plans.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Report: VW to switch from cars to defense at key plant

Volkswagen is considering converting its Osnabruck plant to produce components for the Iron Dome defense system, but denies plans for weapon production.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Is VW eyeing Iron Dome parts production at German plant?

Volkswagen is considering converting its Osnabruck plant to produce components for the Iron Dome defense system amid production phase-out plans.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Munitions Burned in 100 Hours Could Fuel RTX's Next Growth Wave

RTX's $268 billion backlog faces execution risk from an engine crisis affecting Pratt & Whitney, complicating growth despite strong Q4 2025 results and bullish munitions replenishment sentiment.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German and UK military chiefs state case for rearming

Europe must urgently rearm and strengthen defence industries, munitions production, forward deployments, and funding to deter Russia's westward military shift and elevated conflict risk.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Europe becoming arms powerhouse despite increased imports, says SIPRI

Europe's arms imports tripled during 2021-25 driven largely by Ukraine's needs, while EU arms exports surged 36 percent, positioning Europe as a major global arms manufacturer.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

EU seeks self-reliance as US, China dominate defense sector

The United States dominates the global arms market; the EU is accelerating moves toward a more self-reliant defense industry to reduce US dependence.
Artificial intelligence
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Defense tech enters a new era: the case of Anthropic and the DOD

The DoD-Anthropic dispute reveals that operational access to AI technology now takes precedence over traditional reliability and safety standards in defense procurement.
Miscellaneous
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Sword of Damocles hangs over UK military's Ajax vehicle

Ajax armored vehicle faces possible cancellation after MOD withdrew initial operating capability amid crew health complaints, technical flaws, and program delays with budgetary implications.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Faltering fighter jet deal casts doubt on EU defense plans

Germany's hesitation threatens the Franco-German Future Combat Air System, risking European defense cooperation and prompting calls to rely more on European equipment.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany's Bundeswehr goes on military spending spree

Germany's military, the Bundeswehr, is currently on a spending spree: it has more than 108 billion ($129 billion) at its disposal this year a gigantic, unprecedented sum. This is being financed both by the official federal budget and special funds, for which the state is taking out loans. This money is intended to make the Bundeswehr, which has been subject to decades of cutbacks, more powerful and modern. There is also time pressure.
Germany news
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany: the Bundeswehr's military spending spree

Germany is rapidly increasing Bundeswehr spending to modernize forces, buy thousands of combat drones, and bolster NATO defenses amid fears of Russian attack by 2029.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany: Recruitment boost crucial, Bundeswehr report finds

Germany's military commissioner calls for rapid recruitment and potential mandatory service to reach 260,000 active soldiers and 200,000 reservists by mid-2030s amid heightened security threats.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Germany to strenghten critical infrastructure as Russia fears spike

Germany will require about 1,700 essential service providers to strengthen security, conduct risk assessments, and promptly report incidents to protect critical infrastructure from sabotage.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany news: Bundestag passes major drone deal

Germany's Bundestag approved a major combat drone purchase for its military, with concerns raised about US investor Peter Thiel's involvement in one supplier company.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Berlin factory at center of German militarization debate

German activists oppose a Berlin factory's transition to munitions shell production, attempting to mobilize workers toward civilian production alternatives.
Germany news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Rolls-Royce boss open' to Germany joining UK's fighter jet project

Rolls-Royce CEO welcomes Germany joining the UK-Italy-Japan fighter jet program, arguing additional partners would increase sales and economic benefits for the project.
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