Defense
The Next Phase of the Drone Revolution Shifts from Hardware to Software
As low-cost drones flood battlefields, the critical need for GPS-denied autonomy and precision targeting software is driving a new wave of defense innovation, with companies like SPARC AI developing software-only platforms to address these gaps.
Safe Pro Group Selected for U.S. Army Force-on-Force Combat Training Exercise
Safe Pro Group Inc. has been invited to demonstrate its AI-powered battlefield threat detection system during a realistic U.S. Army combat training exercise in 2026, highlighting the military's increasing reliance on advanced technology for explosive threat identification.
American Fusion Expands Into Government Procurement While Advancing Fusion Energy Development
American Fusion Inc. diversifies with a new Government Procurement Services segment, securing an initial $58,000 purchase order for Canadian defense, while continuing development of its Texatron fusion platform.
Safe Pro Group Launches Government Growth Team to Expand Defense Contracts
Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI) announced the formation of a government contract capture team led by Brian Mack as chief growth officer, aiming to accelerate U.S. government revenue opportunities for its AI-driven threat detection platform.
New Report Details Shift in U.S. South China Sea Strategy Under Trump
A new report from the South China Sea NewsWire analyzes the Trump administration's recalibration of U.S. policy in the South China Sea, emphasizing deterrence and burden-sharing over direct confrontation with China.
ParaZero Technologies to Showcase DefendAir Counter-UAS Platform at Three Major Defense Exhibitions
ParaZero Technologies will present its DefendAir non-kinetic drone interception system at defense events in Washington, D.C., Bucharest, and Tampa, aiming to expand visibility among U.S. Marine Corps, NATO, and special operations forces.
SPARC AI Expands Ukraine Presence with New Distribution Deal for Drone Navigation Platform
SPARC AI Inc. has signed a distribution agreement with a Ukrainian National Guard member involved in drone pilot training, expanding its Overwatch platform's reach to frontline operators amid growing demand for GPS-denied navigation technology.
Safe Pro Group Demonstrates AI Drone Threat Detection in U.S. Army Live Fire Exercise
Safe Pro Group successfully tested its AI-powered drone technology in a U.S. Army live fire exercise, demonstrating its ability to detect explosive threats and enhance battlefield situational awareness, marking a significant advancement in defense technology.
SPARC AI Signs Second Ukrainian Drone Manufacturer for GPS-Denied Navigation Platform
SPARC AI Inc. has signed a second Ukrainian drone manufacturer to its Overwatch platform, expanding distribution of its GPS-denied navigation and targeting software in a high-demand electronic warfare environment.
Critical Infrastructure Technologies Signs Confidentiality Agreement With Siemens Government Technologies
Critical Infrastructure Technologies has executed a non-disclosure agreement with Siemens Government Technologies to explore collaboration on autonomous communications platforms for defense and emergency response applications.
D-Wave's Advantage2 Quantum Computer Now Operational for U.S. Government Applications Through Davidson Technologies Partnership
D-Wave Quantum Inc. and Davidson Technologies have made the Advantage2 quantum computer available for U.S. government applications, marking a significant step in accelerating quantum computing adoption for national defense and mission-critical challenges.
Circus Establishes Defence Subsidiary to Expand Autonomous AI Robotics Portfolio
Circus SE has launched Circus Defence SE to expand its autonomous AI robotics technology into defense applications including medical supply units, counter-drone systems, and autonomous logistics for troops.
Safe Pro Group and Norwegian People's Aid Report 800% Efficiency Gains in Ukraine Demining Using AI Technology
Safe Pro Group's SpotlightAI technology demonstrated dramatic improvements in humanitarian demining operations in Ukraine, showing 800% productivity gains and 550% more unexploded ordnance detection while cutting costs by 50%.
SuperCom Secures $7 Million German Electronic Monitoring Contract, Expanding European Presence
SuperCom Ltd. has won a major national electronic monitoring contract in Germany worth up to $7 million over four years, displacing the country's longtime provider and marking a significant expansion into Europe's largest economy.
Veritone Expands AI Solutions for Government Agencies with Focus on Security and Efficiency
Veritone's AI-powered platform aiWARE is transforming how government agencies process and analyze massive volumes of unstructured data, enabling faster investigations, enhanced security, and more efficient operations across defense, law enforcement, and public safety sectors.
Safe Pro Group Expands AI Demining Technology in Asia-Pacific with Philippine Army Demonstration
Safe Pro Group demonstrated its AI-powered SPOTD technology with the Philippine Army, showcasing advanced threat detection capabilities that could significantly improve demining efforts across the Asia-Pacific region.
Safe Pro Group's AI Technology Detects Over 36,000 Landmines in Ukraine Using Drone Imagery
Safe Pro Group's AI-powered drone technology has processed over 2 million images to detect more than 36,000 landmines and unexploded ordnance across 22,500 acres in Ukraine, demonstrating significant advancements in humanitarian demining and defense technology.
BigBear.ai Strengthens Defense Position Through Strategic AI Partnerships
BigBear.ai is expanding its defense technology capabilities through new AI partnerships with Tsecond and SMX, positioning the company to capitalize on growing military demand for artificial intelligence and edge computing solutions despite recent financial challenges.
Airbus and Omnitronics Partner to Bridge Critical Communication Technologies
Airbus Defence and Space and Omnitronics have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop interoperable gateways that will connect different mission-critical communication systems, addressing a crucial need for seamless integration in emergency and security operations.
Safe Pro Group and Red Cat Holdings Partner to Equip Drones with AI Threat Detection Technology
Safe Pro Group and Red Cat Holdings are collaborating to integrate AI-powered threat detection capabilities into Black Widow drones, enhancing real-time identification of explosive hazards for defense and security applications.
Nova Minerals Advances Alaska Gold and Antimony Projects Amid Pentagon Interest
Nova Minerals is progressing toward gold production in Alaska next year while positioning its antimony deposits as a strategic domestic source for defense and technology applications.
Safe Pro Group and Red Cat Partner to Equip Drones with AI Threat Detection Technology
The collaboration between Safe Pro Group and Red Cat Holdings integrates AI-powered threat detection technology into military drones, enhancing real-time explosive identification capabilities for defense applications.
Critical Infrastructure Technologies Advances Nexus Platform Production Following Australian Government Grant
Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. has commenced production of its autonomous mobile communications platforms after securing Australian government funding, positioning the technology for demonstrations with major mining companies, defense forces, and emergency services across Australia and Europe.
Safe Pro Group Demonstrates AI-Prone Threat Detection Technology in Philippine Army Training
Safe Pro Group's successful demonstration of AI-powered drone imagery analysis for detecting landmines and unexploded ordnance represents a significant advancement in military safety technology with potential global security implications.
AIRO Group Secures $90 Million in Public Offering to Fund Aerospace Expansion
AIRO Group Holdings raised $89.4 million through a public stock offering to finance strategic growth initiatives, acquisitions, and stock repurchases in the advanced aerospace and defense sector.
Red Cat Holdings and Safe Pro Group Partner to Integrate AI Threat Detection in Military Drones
Red Cat Holdings and Safe Pro Group are collaborating to embed AI-powered threat detection capabilities into Black Widow drones, enhancing real-time identification of explosive threats for military and security operations.
Critical Infrastructure Technologies and Babcock International Partner to Supply Advanced Communications Platform to Ukrainian Armed Forces
The partnership between Critical Infrastructure Technologies and Babcock International to develop rapidly deployable 5G communications and surveillance platforms for Ukraine represents a significant enhancement of NATO's eastern flank defense capabilities and establishes a new benchmark for mobile military infrastructure.
AIRO Group and Nord Drone Form Joint Venture to Accelerate Battlefield Drone Deployment
AIRO Group Holdings and Nord Drone have signed a letter of intent to establish a strategic joint venture that will enhance the production and deployment of combat-proven drone systems to U.S., Ukrainian, and NATO forces, addressing urgent defense needs with scalable battlefield technology.
Safe Pro Group Demonstrates AI-Powered Drone Threat Detection for Philippine Military
Safe Pro Group Inc. successfully demonstrated its AI-driven drone threat detection technology to Philippine military explosive ordnance disposal teams, highlighting the expansion of AI-powered security solutions in the Asia-Pacific region.
Safe Pro Group Secures $8M Investment from Drone Industry Leaders to Advance AI Security Technologies
Safe Pro Group has closed an $8 million private placement with strategic drone industry investors Ondas Holdings and Unusual Machines, providing critical funding to commercialize its AI-powered defense technologies that have already processed 1.78 million drone images in Ukraine.