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Trump Says Musk Restored Ukraine’s Starshield

President Trump claims Elon Musk restored Ukraine’s Starshield satellite service after speed restrictions disrupted military drone operations.

BAE Systems tests T-150 drone with multi-shot counter-drone capability

BAE Systems demonstrated its T-150 drone’s ability to launch multiple laser-guided rockets against targets without landing during recent US military trials.

Four KJ-3000 Radar Jets At Chinese Factory Point To Serial Production

Satellite imagery of a Chinese aircraft factory shows four KJ-3000 airborne early warning systems, indicating the radar platform may be entering serial production.

Ground-Launched Rusty Dagger Low-Cost Cruise Missile Seen For The First Time

Zone 5 Technologies released the first images of the Rusty Dagger missile in a ground-launched configuration, marking a shift from its original air-launched design for Ukraine and allied forces.

USAF Confirms Bombers Could Have A Major Air-To-Air Combat Role

The U.S. Air Force is considering assigning air-to-air combat roles to bombers like the B-21 Raider, potentially in coordination with Collaborative Combat Aircraft drones.

Air Force starting to game out sustainment framework for CCA drones

The Air Force is developing a sustainment framework for Collaborative Combat Aircraft to support 500 drones by 2032.

Army Special Forces leaders see promise, high demand for new robotics technician integrator job

The Army Special Forces has graduated its first Robotics Technician Integrators, creating a new role to embed experts who guide commanders on employing advanced robotics.

Former U.S. officials urge D.C. Circuit to reconsider decision in Anthropic-Pentagon fight

Seventeen former U.S. officials urge the D.C. Circuit to rehear Anthropic’s appeal against its Pentagon supply-chain risk designation.

Ghost Shark Uncrewed Submarine Shown Launching Aerial Drones For The First Time

New footage reveals Australia’s Ghost Shark uncrewed submarine launching aerial drones for the first time, showcasing previously unseen deployable masts.

How The U.S. Army’s ‘Navy’ Aims To Go More Autonomous With Its Vessels In The Pacific

The U.S. Army plans to integrate autonomous capabilities into its existing amphibious fleet and acquire up to 100 new uncrewed surface vessels.

Russian drone strikes Chortkiv in Ternopil Oblast, injuring three children

Russian drone strikes injured three children and an adult in Chortkiv, Ternopil Oblast, on October 21, according to regional officials.

Stellios Technologies secures funding for high-power microwave C-UAS systems

Stellios Technologies secured $5 million to develop high-power microwave systems for counter-drone applications, backed by $2 million in customer purchase orders.

Sweden orders four Bofors 57Mk3 naval guns and programmable ammunition from BAE Systems

Sweden has ordered four Bofors 57Mk3 naval guns and programmable ammunition from BAE Systems to replace existing systems on navy vessels.

Sweden orders Raytheon UK anti-jamming systems to protect military GPS navigation

Sweden has contracted Raytheon UK for anti-jamming systems to safeguard military GPS navigation against evolving electronic warfare threats.

U.S. moves to establish Autonomous Warfare Command to accelerate battlefield adoption of drones and robotics

The U.S. plans to establish an Autonomous Warfare Command to accelerate the battlefield adoption of drones and robotics through competitive evaluation.

University of North Dakota joins US task force counter-drone technology initiative

The University of North Dakota joins a US Department of Defense task force as the first university clearinghouse for evaluating counter-drone technologies.

Gecko Robotics secures $300M contract with the U.S. Navy

Gecko Robotics secured an additional $300 million for its U.S. Navy contract, quadrupling the ceiling value for its industrial inspection technologies.

Ghost Shark Extra-Large Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles’ Payload Bay Seen For First Time

New images reveal the payload bay of Australia’s Ghost Shark XL-AUV, offering the first public view of the Royal Australian Navy’s modular undersea warfare system.

Is a Russian drone near you right now? Ukrainians have developed maps that track drones in near real time

Ukraine’s Monitor project now offers a free, near-real-time map tracking Russian jet-powered drones by aggregating public flight reports with official air raid alerts.

Major Ukrainian Arms Maker Rethinking Future Reliance On Starlink

A major Ukrainian arms manufacturer is reconsidering its future reliance on Starlink due to ongoing speed throttling issues affecting drone operations.

Marine Corps moves to expand Maven Smart System account access across its enterprise

The Marine Corps began expanding Palantir’s Maven Smart System accounts to authorized personnel across all echelons on October 1.

Navy expands contract ceiling for AI-enabled repair robots

The U.S. Navy is quadrupling the contract ceiling for Gecko Robotics’ AI-enabled repair systems, marking a shift toward innovation in maritime fleet maintenance.

Nigeria to receive C-UAS support under European Peace Facility funding

The European Union is providing 20 million euros to Nigeria for counter-drone and counter-IED capabilities under the European Peace Facility.

OpenWorks to provide C-UAS system to US Department of Homeland Security

OpenWorks Engineering received a DHS purchase order to supply counter-uncrewed aerial systems under a Department of Defense contract.

Rethinking Layered Counter-FPV Defense Through the Mission Environment

An Arizona State University analysis argues that mission environment is a critical, under-articulated factor in designing effective layered defenses against FPV drones.

Rubio thinks Starlink is fixed. Kyiv says it still cuts out above 161 km/h

Ukraine reports Starlink connectivity issues at high speeds despite US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s belief that the service has been fixed.

Russia’s Rubicon hunts Ukrainian drone pilots. In Vivaldi, it became the target, and its morale fell sharply, says the Ukrainian general

Ukrainian Brigadier General Andrii Biletskyi states that Russian Rubicon drone unit morale fell sharply during Operation Vivaldi after its pilots became targets.

Russian drone kills six in Kharkiv Oblast park, including mother and her 14-month-old in a stroller. Hours later, Ukraine shows photos to US senators

Ukraine presented photos of a Russian drone strike in Kharkiv that killed six civilians, including a toddler, to US senators.

The New Kalashnikov: Governing the Poor Man’s Autonomous Drone

Affordable drones with targeting software are extending precision strike capability to non-state groups, a shift that challenges governance frameworks focused on military-grade systems.

WSJ Says Musk Ordered Ukraine's Starlink Cap. Musk Said POTUS Decides

The Wall Street Journal reports Elon Musk ordered a Starlink slowdown in Ukraine, though he claims the President decides such restrictions.

Andrii Hrytseniuk is stepping down as CEO of Brave1

Brave1's CEO is stepping down, though the Ukrainian autonomy program's operational team continues to lead through the transition.

Australia advances undersea warfare capabilities

Australia has achieved a significant milestone in undersea warfare by integrating payloads for Ghost Shark, Speartooth, and BlueBottle uncrewed vehicles.

China Revises Drone Export Controls: What It Means for Global Drone Markets

China revised export controls on drones and components, updating technical criteria and streamlining qualification procedures effective November 18.

DOT-Chain Defence: one in five drones procured by Ukraine’s Defence Procurement Agency DOT is delivered through the marketplace — how does it work?

Ukraine’s Defence Procurement Agency DOT delivers one in five drones via its DOT-Chain marketplace, enabling units to order online and receive in-stock items within eight days.

Drone warfare in Ukraine: what is DELTA Mission Control, which has recorded more than 3 million strike missions?

Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence reports that its DELTA Mission Control system has logged over 3 million drone strike missions since March.

Exail USVs Set for U.S. Navy and Coast Guard Evaluations

Exail unmanned surface vessels will undergo U.S. Navy and Coast Guard evaluations, with the DriX H-9 testing counter-drone systems and the Oryx O-16 undergoing separate assessments.

HD Hyundai and Anduril Demonstrate Integrated VAone and Lattice USV Autonomy

HD Hyundai and Anduril demonstrated integrated autonomous USV operations off California, combining the VAone platform with Lattice mission software.

Russia attacked with ballistic missiles; 4 "Iskander-K" missiles and up to 73% of the jet-powered drones neutralized

Russia launched 269 drones and ballistic missiles in an overnight assault; Ukraine claims air defenses shot down or suppressed 243 of the aircraft.

Taiwan Coast Guard to Acquire MARTAC Devil Ray T24 USVs

Taiwan is acquiring autonomous surface vessels for its coast guard under a U.S.-Taiwan co-production defense agreement.

Total russian combat losses in Ukraine as of October 19, 2026

Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence reports that Russian combat losses in Ukraine reached 2,100 personnel, 1,636 drones, and 24 artillery systems as of October 18, 2026.

Also reported by Ministry of Defence of Ukraine.

Ukraine Uses Heavy-Lift Drone to Evacuate Wounded Soldier in First Documented Rescue

Ukraine reports the first documented rescue of a wounded soldier using a heavy-lift drone, highlighting an emerging application for unmanned aerial systems in battlefield medical evacuation.

В Україні розробили новий SDR-детектор дронів із програмною обробкою ефіру

Ukrainian engineers developed an SDR-based detector that identifies enemy drone transmissions and converts their signals to live video in real time.

Second Possible Chinese UUV Mothership Appears In Guangzhou

New satellite imagery suggests a second Chinese naval vessel designed to support autonomous underwater drones, indicating advancing capabilities in unmanned subsea operations.

Добрі дрони атакували датацентр VK під петербургом: користувачі повідомляють про збої, частина міста залишилася без світла

Ukrainian drones struck a Russian social-media data center near St. Petersburg and a power substation, knocking both VK services and local electricity offline.

F-16s Down Majority of Jet Drones Amid Munition Build-Up, Zelensky Says

Zelensky says Western-supplied F-16s now account for 55 to 60 percent of interceptions against Russian Shahed drones as Ukraine ramps up munitions and domestic air defenses.

Mothership, MCM, Trials Platform: Indian Navy Inducts First Multi-Purpose Vessel

The Indian Navy commissioned INS Samarthak, its first multi-purpose vessel capable of serving as a mothership for uncrewed assets and conducting mine countermeasures.

Russia Prepares Western Strikes Via Belarus

Zelensky says Russia is installing signal repeaters in Belarus to escalate drone strikes on western Ukraine.

Ukraine Strikes Russian Drone Plant, Missile Brigade Depot

Ukraine confirmed strikes on a Russian drone maker and supply depot to disrupt assembly and frontline delivery of unmanned systems.

Black Sea grain war escalates: Ukraine knocked out most of Russia’s grain exports, and Russia is now sinking ships off Romania and Bulgaria

Russia deployed Geran-4 drones against cargo ships in the Black Sea, continuing a weeks-long campaign to disrupt Ukrainian grain exports.

Also reported by Euromaidan Press.

Advanced Navigation expands U.S. manufacturing in Huntsville to supply navigation systems for operations without reliable GPS

A maker of GPS-independent navigation systems is expanding U.S. manufacturing with $110 million in Series C funding.

Bulgaria plans to join NATO C-UAS initiative following Black Sea drone attacks

Bulgaria reconsiders a NATO counter-drone initiative it previously deemed too costly, prompted by recent Black Sea attacks.

CHAOS Industries unveils VESPID counter-drone interceptors with 10-kilometer range and annual production target of 12,000 units

European firm CHAOS Industries plans to produce 12,000 counter-drone interceptors annually using commercial off-the-shelf components.

Drone crashes and explodes in Moldova, authorities investigate circumstances

A drone detonated in Moldova's Donduşeni district, with authorities investigating its origin and how it entered the country's airspace.

Eight countries join US Army C-UAS marketplace

Eight nations including Canada and Japan formally joined the US Army's counter-drone marketplace, reflecting growing allied coordination on drone-defense standards.

F-22 Pilot Controls FQ-44 Fighter Drone From The Cockpit For The First Time

An F-22 pilot directed a Fury drone from the cockpit in the first test of the Air Force's manned-unmanned combat architecture.

FCC adds Pentagon letters to DJI and Autel drone ban records

The FCC added Pentagon letters to its DJI and Autel drone ban records but stated it did not rely on those documents for the Covered List additions.

Former defence minister Fedorov announces Ukrainian interceptor test to counter high-speed drones

Ukraine's former defence minister is field-testing a newly developed interceptor to counter high-speed drone threats.

Fortem’s DroneHunter nets a bigger role in allied air defense

Fortem Technologies and MBDA are expanding their partnership to integrate Fortem’s DroneHunter autonomous interceptor into MBDA’s Sky Warden counter-drone systems for allied air defense networks.

Germany changes course on plans to buy MQ-28 drone wingman: Boeing official

Germany is backing away from plans to acquire Boeing's MQ-28 drone wingman, potentially delaying Europe's path to crewed-unmanned combat capability by 2029.

Innovations sought for US Army’s electromagnetic spectrum effort

The US Army is accelerating acquisition of passive electromagnetic sensors to detect and locate unmanned aircraft in counter-drone operations.

Open system architecture will be ‘hyper important’ in downselect of Army’s XM30: Senior official

The Army will prioritize modularity in its XM30 downselect, requiring platforms to support swappable hardware and software across multiple vendors.

Rescue workers remove drone warhead from power line in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast – photos, video

Rescue workers retrieved a drone warhead lodged 60 metres high on a power transmission line in eastern Ukraine, illustrating the hazard unexploded ordnance poses to critical infrastructure.

Russia attacked Ukraine with 315 drones and 15 Banderol/Dan-T missiles on 16 October

Russia mounted a massive attack using 315 drones and 15 cruise missiles; Ukraine's military reported downing 253 of the unmanned aircraft.

Senator Cites Classified Security Findings in Defense of DJI and Autel Restrictions

Senator Rick Scott cites classified security findings to defend FCC restrictions on DJI and Autel drones, challenging the companies' arguments against their inclusion on the Covered List.

The Army’s Plan For Employing LUCAS Kamikaze Drones Against Its Adversaries

The Army is developing training and doctrine for deploying low-cost attack drones on land and sea in joint operations.

Trump claims he did not order Starshield restrictions for Ukraine

Trump denied ordering Starshield restrictions for Ukraine and said Musk was not involved.

Turkish Aerospace expands Anka 3 production with new line for upgraded drone

Turkish Aerospace is expanding production of the upgraded Anka 3 through a new manufacturing line, with the first aircraft expected to begin flight testing soon.

U.S. Air Force says F-22 pilot directed Anduril YFQ-44A Fury through flight maneuvers and simulated combat tasks in airborne test

An F-22 pilot directed Anduril's Fury through simulated combat in the latest test of the Air Force's crewed-unmanned teaming system.

US Navy deploys unmanned maritime drone to support carrier strike group in historic first

The U.S. Navy deployed an unmanned surface vessel with a carrier strike group for the first time, supporting active operations in October.

What The Army’s Pacific Commanders Are Learning From Ukraine And Iran Conflicts

Army Pacific commanders cite Ukraine's drone experience as they rethink positioning and concealment of critical military assets for potential regional conflict.

Zone 5 ‘found a spot’ in drone interceptor market with new Eclipse: CEO

Startup Zone 5 enters the drone interceptor market with Norwegian defense firm Kongsberg's backing, expanding its portfolio to span both reusable intercept systems and low-cost cruise missiles.

Army looks to add third CAML system, Lozano says

The Army will add a lighter variant of its collaborative drone system, with early selections planned for spring 2027.

Army playing ‘ACEs’ to meet commanders’ capability needs

The Army is expanding an initiative designed to shorten the timeline from identifying new military technologies to putting them in commanders' hands.

Army Wants High-Energy Laser Weapons It Can Put On “Any Vehicle In The Motorpool”

The U.S. Army is building modular laser weapons that can fit any vehicle in inventory, expanding anti-drone defenses across its operational forces.

FCC Files Pentagon's Sealed DJI Letters, Says Ban Didn't Rely on Them

The FCC disclosed eight Pentagon letters on DJI restrictions filed under seal, saying the ban didn't rely on them.

LightPath receives USD6.3 million for C-UAS optical assemblies

A US optics supplier receives $6.3 million in repeat orders for counter-drone optical assemblies following $13 million in purchases announced this summer.

Military service members to square off against AI in ‘Mindgame’ tournament

The U.S. military will conduct wargames this year where human commanders face AI-controlled opponents commanding drone swarms and carrier strike groups.

Mobilicom Launches SwarmiX Family to Capitalize on Industry Shift Toward Drone Swarms & Networked Autonomous Fleets

Mobilicom announces SwarmiX, a cybersecurity platform for autonomous drone swarms, as the industry moves toward networked fleet operations.

MQ-72C Cargo Helicopter Drone Capabilities Demonstrated For U.S. Army

Airbus demonstrated the MQ-72C uncrewed cargo helicopter to the Army, advancing a Marine competition for aerial logistics support.

Musk pointed at the US military over Ukraine’s satellite limits. Now a US official says the administration had nothing to do with them

A US official says the Trump administration played no role in the satellite restrictions on Ukraine that Elon Musk blamed on the military.

New DroneShield update sharpens drone detection and countermeasures

DroneShield’s latest software update enhances counter-drone capabilities by improving threat identification and reducing false alarms without requiring hardware replacements.

New Montana “Super Range” Complex Could Add Critical Weapons Testing Capacity

The U.S. proposes a new Montana test range to expand capacity for developing autonomous systems and advanced weapons.

“Operation to strike Russian targets deep in swamps continues”: Ukrainian Commander Madiar says his unit hits 7,306 Russian troops in first half of October, up 59% on August

A Ukrainian commander says his forces hit 7,306 Russian troops in October's first half, a 59% surge from August despite Starlink disruption concerns.

Posting strike videos online may help Russia tune its drones’ optical targeting. Moscow now pays people to film hits, Ukrainian adviser warns

Ukraine's defense adviser says Russia is systematically collecting posted drone-strike footage to improve the optical guidance on its attack drones.

Reprogramming robots in the mud: How Army Special Ops trains its new robot technicians

Army Special Operations is training soldiers to reprogram and adapt robotic systems in the field, matching equipment to specific missions and threats.

Rownd lands $10 million defense contract to advance autonomous drones

Defense autonomy startup Rownd secured a $10 million Department of War contract to develop low-cost autonomous drones while expanding operations in Wisconsin and North Carolina.

Russia’s largest drone attack on Kirovohrad Oblast since the full-scale invasion kills three in Kropyvnytskyi

Russia conducted its largest drone attack on Kirovohrad Oblast since the invasion began, killing three civilians as Kyiv attributed the strike wave to deliberate escalation after sanctions talks.

Russian drone cuts down unique energy line tower over Dnipro River in Kyiv. It can’t be rebuilt, and world is queuing for more power equipment

A Russian drone destroyed an irreplaceable power transmission tower crossing the Dnipro in Kyiv, forcing grid operators to reroute electricity as equipment supplies tighten.

SIG SAUER launches C-UAS electro-optic system at AUSA 2026

SIG SAUER unveiled an electro-optical targeting system for counter-unmanned aircraft at AUSA 2026.

Skydio Says ISR Command Can Send X10D Target Grids to F-16s

Skydio says new software lets its reconnaissance drones transmit target locations to F-16 fighters and other strike platforms on Army networks.

TrophyLab: nearly 400 foreign companies apply for access to Ukraine's database of captured russian weapons

Nearly 400 foreign defense companies have applied to access Ukraine's database of captured Russian weapons.

Ukraine and Lithuania discuss joint defence projects on drones and electronic warfare

Ukraine and Lithuania discuss joint defence projects on drones, electronic warfare and air defence.

Ukraine’s hobbit-named robot fired on targets up to 1.3 km away in a demo for border guards

Ukraine's new Frodo ground robot fired on targets up to 1.3 kilometers away during a demonstration for border guard forces in Kharkiv.

WingXpand Unveils xPAIR: A Universal Autonomous System for Air, Ground and Maritime

WingXpand has unveiled xPAIR, a single autonomous platform designed to operate across air, ground and maritime domains.

Army Explains How Merops Interceptor Drone Became Program Of Record In Just 142 Days

The U.S. Army formalized the Merops interceptor drone—proven against Iranian Shahed-136 attacks—as a program of record in just 142 days.

Army to launch Project Gatekeeper, an effort to make it easier for vendors to onboard software

The Army launches Project Gatekeeper on Oct. 23 to streamline how defense contractors' software is approved for military networks.

Counter-Drone Weapons Have Arrived

Counter-drone weapons are now entering military service as low-cost unmanned systems have proven effective against expensive conventional hardware.

DroneShield Q4 Software Release Helps Operators Detect, Identify and Defeat Drone Threats Faster

DroneShield says its Q4 software accelerates counter-drone detection and threat response.

Hegseth talks autonomy at AUSA, a key show focus

Autonomous weapons development was a centerpiece of AUSA 2026, with the U.S. Defense Secretary highlighting it in his keynote address.

Also reported by Breaking Defense.

Hellenic Navy Tests SARONIC’s Corsair USV Ahead of Major Order

Greece is requesting over 30 Corsair autonomous surface vessels, advancing its unmanned maritime operations following platform trials.

High Altitude Balloons Are A “Game-Changing” Capability: Army Space Command Boss

U.S. Army leadership reversed its skepticism on high-altitude balloons, now deploying them operationally to the Middle East instead of pursuing Pacific swarm tests.

How Poland’s air force is responding to Russian drones in the skies

Poland's air force is heavily focused on countering Russian drones while its integrated air defense systems remain three to four years from completion.

Missiles, drones and air-defense weapons galore: Images from AUSA’s final day

Photo coverage from AUSA's final day captures the missiles, drones, and air-defense systems on display from major defense contractors.

New Launcher Spotted Aboard Royal Navy Type 45 Destroyer

Royal Navy Type 45 Destroyers appear equipped with newly revealed anti-drone interceptor systems.

Pentagon Details $450 Million Drone Dominance Competition as Gauntlet 2.5 Moves to November

The Pentagon's Drone Dominance competition moves to November, advancing Phase III with $450 million budgeted to procure approximately 60,000 one-way attack drones.

Plane-4.7.2

ArduPilot releases version 4.7.2 of Plane, its open-source autopilot used across many autonomous systems globally.

Rover-4.7.2

ArduPilot releases Rover 4.7.2, an update to the open-source autopilot powering autonomous ground vehicles and robotic platforms.

Skapion Unveils the World’s First Native Counter-Swarm Defense System

Skapion introduced an autonomous counter-swarm system, targeting the emerging threat of coordinated drone attacks in modern warfare.

Sub-4.7.2

ArduPilot releases Sub-4.7.2 for its submarine autopilot, an open-source module used in autonomous underwater vehicle systems.

The Days Of Army Air Defense Systems Firing Just One Type Of Interceptor Are Ending

The U.S. Army is developing multiple air defense interceptor types to counter threats from hypersonic missiles to small drones, ending the era of single-interceptor systems.

Tracker-4.7.2

ArduPilot released version 4.7.2 of Tracker, an open-source component used in autonomous drone and vehicle platforms.

U.S. Drone Manufacturers Expand International Defense Sales as Nepal Orders SPIRIT

Nepal's military procurement of Robinson Unmanned's SPIRIT drones continues a pattern of increasing international orders for U.S. unmanned systems.

U.S. military debuts new Task Force Easy to enable drone tech ‘adaptation dominance’

The Pentagon established a new task force focused on rapid advancement of drone and ground vehicle technology.

Ukraine DELTA system confirms NATO compatibility at REPMUS 2026: service members practice maritime operations

Ukraine's DELTA system—integrating aerial, surface and subsurface drones—demonstrated NATO interoperability during exercises at REPMUS 2026.

As Army I Corps gets parts of NGC2 ecosystem, ‘tyranny of distance and disruption’ in the Pacific are top of mind for commander

Army I Corps is deploying NGC2, the new command system, across the Pacific—its first full-corps operation and a major test of the system's ability to span vast distances.

Badland Batteries Opens Drone Battery Cell Manufacturing Facility in Fargo

Badland Batteries opens a North Dakota plant producing lithium-ion cells for drones and military platforms, supporting US supply-chain independence.

Consolidating Counter-UAS: Phantom Defense Acquires KARAKURT to Scale Physical Drone Interception

Ukraine consolidates its counter-UAS sector, scaling a frontline-tested physical interception system into industrial production capacity.

From Reconnaissance to Strike: Skyeton Unveils the Codified Stormbird UAS to Close the Battlefield Kill Chain

Skyeton introduces Stormbird, a Ukrainian drone system designed to autonomously bridge reconnaissance and strike operations in contested airspace.

KHA’s K1000ULE Achieves Award-Ready Status Through Army DevX Autonomy Marketplace

The Army's DevX marketplace has certified KHA's K1000ULE, accelerating U.S. government procurement of long-endurance unmanned aircraft.

Operation High Eagle: Combatting Cartel Drones at the Mexico-U.S. border

The U.S. and Mexico are jointly conducting anti-drone operations against cartels at the Mexico-U.S. border.

Parrot Strengthens Its Position in U.S. Army Drone Procurement Programs

European drone maker Parrot reports progress in supplying U.S. Army micro-UAV systems.

Powerus unveils Guardian-3 fully autonomous drone interceptor

Powerus has unveiled Guardian-3, a counter-drone system the company says operates autonomously to intercept aerial threats.

Raytheon wins $729 million to arm three countries against drones

Raytheon secures $729 million to supply counter-drone systems to the US Army, Qatar, and Jordan, marking the first international sales of two key technologies.

Three-star will head Army’s new autonomy command, which will initially focus on corps-level systems

The Army established a new command for corps-level autonomous systems, headed by a three-star general.

російські хакери отримали доступ до 628 000 записів українців за допомогою Claude Code

Russian hackers obtained 628,000 Ukrainian personal records while targeting critical infrastructure including Kharkiv's heating utility.

Abris Design Group показала можливості НРК-амфібії UNEX UGV. Він може долати річки, болота чи кригу та самостійно завантажувати вантажі

Abris Design Group's UNEX UGV can cross rivers and swamps while carrying 1.7 tons, including autonomous cargo loading without personnel present.

Anduril Unveils Steelfin Family Of Modular Surface-To-Air Missiles

Anduril announces Steelfin surface-to-air missiles using modular architecture to reduce costs and boost production volumes.

Also reported by Breaking Defense.

Anduril Unveils the Steelfin Family of Surface-to-Air Interceptor Missiles

Anduril, a U.S. defense technology firm, announced Steelfin, a family of surface-to-air interceptor missiles.

Army sent balloon swarms to Middle East to support CENTCOM operations

The Army operationally deployed balloon swarms in the Middle East to evaluate high-altitude reconnaissance capabilities.

CHAOS Industries joins low-cost interceptor parade with VESPID design

CHAOS Industries enters the low-cost interceptor market with VESPID, offered in man-portable and vehicle-mounted configurations.

Elsight’s new positioning tech aims to keep drones navigating without GPS

Elsight is introducing a positioning system that allows drones to navigate when GPS is jammed, spoofed, or unavailable.

Also reported by DRONELIFE.

European U740 Variant Of The XQ-58A Valkyrie Has Flown

Airbus and Kratos completed the first flight of the U740, a European variant of the XQ-58A Valkyrie combat drone being developed for Germany's Air Force.

French MoD Selects Top Contenders for DANAE Armed Surface Drone Project

Three French defense firms have been selected to build armed autonomous surface drones for the Navy.

From drones to ground vehicles: Check out day 1 of AUSA

Defense companies are displaying unmanned drones and ground robots at AUSA, the Army's major annual technology showcase.

Hanwha Highlights M38/M48 MUSV and Containerized Munitions at AUSA 2026

Hanwha Defense demonstrated an unmanned surface vessel with multiple weapons configurations at AUSA 2026.

Федоров заявив про участь у створенні нового перехоплювача реактивних «шахедів». Lasar’s Group вже провела його бойові випробування

Former Ukrainian defense minister Fedorov announced participation in a new Shaheed interceptor project that Lasar's Group has combat-tested.

Mine hunting goes remote as the Navy replaces minesweepers with robots

The US Navy is retiring minesweepers and moving mine-clearing operations to remotely-operated and robotic systems.

New Coyote Anti-Drone Interceptor Swaps Jet Engine For Rocket Power

Raytheon's next Coyote counter-drone interceptor replaces jet propulsion with a rocket motor, significantly boosting speed and range.

PAC-3 Edge Will Be The Most Capable Patriot Interceptor Ever

Lockheed Martin introduced PAC-3 Edge, an advanced Patriot interceptor variant competing in the Army's selection for a next-generation air defense system.

Американська PDW, The Fourth Law та Odd Systems розпочинають співпрацю для виробництва українських бойових технологій у США

US drone maker PDW partners with Ukrainian tech companies to integrate their cameras into American systems and localize production stateside.

U.S. Navy to Integrate LRASM into USAF’s B-52 Strategic Bombers

The Navy plans to integrate its long-range anti-ship missiles onto Air Force B-52 bombers, expanding the strategic bomber's maritime strike role.

US-Norwegian startup Heaviside launches Tyr loitering munition

US startup Heaviside, backed by Norwegian arms-maker Nammo, has launched the Tyr loitering munition.

Video: Inside Naval Group’s Next-Gen SETIS Combat Management System

Naval Group demonstrates its AI-enhanced SETIS combat management system for modern multi-threat naval operations.

AM General to showcase redesigned HUMVEE with new powertrain and suspension at AUSA 2026

AM General's redesigned HUMVEE features a more powerful engine and improved suspension, shown at AUSA 2026 as the platform gets modernized.

ASELSAN’s GÖKALP interceptor destroys target drone in demonstration integrating AURA radar and DRONEDEF command-and-control

ASELSAN integrated radar, command systems, and a direct-impact interceptor to destroy a target drone in a demonstration.

Castelion tests ground-launched Blackbeard as potential rival to Lockheed Martin systems

Castelion's ground-launched Blackbeard test raises questions about launcher compatibility with NATO's HIMARS and MLRS systems.

Gauntlet 2.5 delayed

An autopilot system for the U.S. military's Drone Dominance Program faces a delayed start at Camp Grayling.

IAI to unveil POINT@AIR aerostat radar at AUSA 2026 for long-range threat detection

IAI's POINT@AIR aerostat radar detects low-altitude drone threats beyond terrain obstruction and can relocate rapidly without permanent ground infrastructure.

Russia Plots Assassinations of European Arms Executives – FT

European intelligence agencies warned that Russia has escalated assassination and sabotage plots targeting defense executives, particularly those involved in drone manufacturing.

Ukrainian attacks damage three Yandex data centres and disrupt services across Russia

Attacks on Yandex data centres disrupted civilian services across Russia, affecting taxis, payments and deliveries nationwide.

Ukrainian Specter EW Systems Pass US Counter-Drone Trials

Ukrainian Specter electronic warfare systems demonstrated counter-drone capability in Pentagon testing, disabling all evaluated radio-controlled UAVs.

USS Abraham Lincoln’s target markings depict 103 attack drones, 34 surface vessels and 10 submarines after Operation Epic Fury

The USS Abraham Lincoln's hull markings document a higher drone tally than U.S. officials have publicly reported.

FCC Vote Would Shut Out Chinese Labs That Test 82% of US Devices

The FCC will stop recognizing Chinese test labs for device certification, disrupting pathways that currently process 82% of US device approvals.

Ukraine, long keeping its weapons at home, now lets 18 arms makers export, approving over 90% of more than 400 applications

Ukraine is opening weapons exports to 18 domestic manufacturers after long restricting them, with over 90% of 400+ applications approved.

A New War in the Horn of Africa

The US lifts long-held sanctions on Ethiopia and Eritrea as fighting resurges in the Tigray region.

B-52 To Get Stealthy AGM-158C Long-Range Anti-Ship Missiles

The U.S. Air Force will add stealthy long-range anti-ship missiles to B-52 bombers, expanding maritime strike options against advanced naval forces.

Beam Global makes a $24 million bet on US drones

Beam Global acquires Norwegian drone specialist ScoutDI for $24 million to expand its footprint in US industrial and defense markets.

Coast Guard places $248 million order for first MQ-9B drones

The Coast Guard's $248 million order for surveillance drones marks its first acquisition of this advanced platform.

Cyprus police seek UAS for border surveillance

Cyprus police are seeking uncrewed aircraft for border surveillance in a EUR 20 million EU-funded procurement.

DeltaQuad Launches Evo-LE With up to Eight Hours of Flight Endurance

DeltaQuad introduced Evo-LE, an electric VTOL drone offering up to eight hours of continuous flight endurance.

EOS lands nationwide C-UAS contract with Gulf state

EOS wins a record £370 million contract to deploy counter-drone defenses nationwide across a Gulf state.

Exail Introduces Neptis Uncrewed Maritime Surveillance System

Exail unveiled Neptis, a modular maritime system combining uncrewed surface vessels and sensors for surveillance, anti-submarine warfare and protection of underwater infrastructure.

Flanders–Ukraine Connect Defense & Dual-Use Summit Unites Over 100 High-Tech & Defense Leaders to Accelerate Cross-Border Industrial Collaboration

Belgium and Ukraine convened defense-industry leaders to establish joint procurement, funding, and autonomous systems development partnerships.

GDLS exec: New loitering munitions platform to be delivered to Army by end of month

General Dynamics is set to deliver the first PERCH 2.0 loitering munition prototypes to an Army cavalry unit by month's end.

Ideal Aerosmith debuts ‘Troublemaker’ for one-way attack

Ideal Aerosmith has unveiled Troublemaker, a Group 3 one-way attack drone with U.S. Navy sponsorship, to fill a gap in the strike market.

Lockheed unveils PAC-3 Edge, its next-gen Patriot interceptor

Lockheed plans to invest hundreds of millions in PAC-3 Edge, a next-generation interceptor for the Patriot air defense system.

More than 30 air defense, radar, and EW assets and more than 40 command posts hit: results of middle-strike operations in September

Ukraine says September strikes hit more than 30 air defense, radar, and EW systems plus 40 command posts in Russian rear areas.

New leaders, new drone command: What we expect from AUSA 2026

New Army drone leadership will outline autonomy and modernization priorities at AUSA 2026.

One year in, Army’s FUZE leader eyes ‘bigger’ acquisition challenges

The Army's FUZE program is confronting a core challenge: moving prototype technologies from demonstration to operational deployment.

Putin's plane managed to land in Moscow on its second attempt amid an attack on the airport

Drone and balloon attacks disrupted Moscow airport operations, forcing President Putin's aircraft to divert through St. Petersburg after a Turkmenistan visit.

Russo-Ukrainian war, day 1689: Russia plans up to 1,000 missiles, drones, and bombs against 60 Ukrainian infrastructure sites this winter, Ukraine says

Kyiv says Russia is massing up to 1,000 weapons for a winter campaign targeting 60 sites, while Ukrainian drones hit supply convoys at record monthly rates.

Thales and 3ME develop C-UAS-capable UGV

Defence contractor Thales has adapted the Bushmaster armoured vehicle into BladeHAUL, a hybrid-electric platform for counter-drone and multi-mission operations.

Thales looks to export new C2 platform to Gulf nations, says executive

Thales is looking to export a command-and-control platform to Gulf nations, positioning it on operational fit and national sovereignty.

This robotic arm could change how drones launch in combat

A mobile robotic-arm system aims to keep drones operating continuously by reducing the ground time required between launches.

КБ «Український Маріуполь» представило ударний дрон «Мара», який може долати до 1000 км на повітряній кулі. Чому його може бути складно збити?

Ukraine presents a new strike drone that reaches targets over a thousand kilometers away by launching from high-altitude platforms.

Auterion introduces vendor-agnostic vertical drone launcher – including interceptors

Auterion's new launcher combines drones from multiple vendors in a single system, stacking them vertically to increase capacity by 30%.

Bipartisan Senate bill would push DOD to expand its oversight of in-use commercial frontier AI models

Bipartisan legislation would require the Pentagon to continuously audit commercial technology suppliers for security vulnerabilities in systems the military currently uses.

Blackbeard Hypersonic Missile Shown Being Fired From Ground Launcher

Castelion has released imagery of the Blackbeard hypersonic missile launching from a containerized ground-based system now in development for the U.S. Army.

MyDefence launches AI-powered wearable drone detector Wingman Edge

MyDefence's wearable Wingman Edge combines RF detection with AI-powered spectrum analysis, expanding threat identification beyond pre-stored drone signatures.

Navy Doubles Down On X-BAT VTOL ‘Fighter’ Drone Development

Shield AI's X-BAT stealth VTOL fighter drone enters prototype phase this month, with flight testing expected before year-end.

Nellis AFB renews UNIFY.C2 data fusion counter-UAS contract

The U.S. Air Force renewed a counter-UAS platform contract at Nellis after year-long testing confirmed the system's ability to consolidate data from multiple sensor types.

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Sesame Solar, Target Arm and AG3 Labs Partner to Launch the First  Made-in-USA Persistent Drone Operations Nanogrid

Three companies are launching what they call the first integrated nanogrid for persistent drone operations.

Shield AI and U.S. government investment in X-BAT reaches $400 million

The U.S. Navy committed an additional $150 million to Shield AI's X-BAT autonomous fighter aircraft, reaching $400 million in total program investment.

Sikorsky’s “Black Hawk 2070” Strategy Includes Drones, New Engines, And Flying The Pilotless U-Hawk This Year

The company plans a pilotless Black Hawk variant this year alongside broader platform upgrades extending the helicopter's service life to 2070.

UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía to Collaborate with ESA on LEO Signals of Opportunity for Resilient UAS Navigation

Grupo Oesía partners with the European Space Agency to develop Low Earth Orbit signals as a navigation backup for drones.

UAVOS Adds Real-Time Visualization to NAVAI Navigation for GNSS-Degraded Operations

UAVOS has added real-time visualization capabilities to its NAVAI navigation system, helping drone operations when GPS signals are degraded or unavailable.

USS Abraham Lincoln Comes Home With Its Island Superstructure Covered In Kill Marks

The USS Abraham Lincoln returned with painted marks across its superstructure tallying targets destroyed during its six-month deployment against Iran.

AeroVironment delivers first batch of Switchblade 600 loitering munitions to Lithuania

Lithuania receives the first Switchblade 600 loitering munitions, adding a precision strike weapon for anti-armor operations.

Anduril's $3.7B Maryland Shipyard: Trump Adds Drone Subs, 40% Stake

Anduril Industries announced a $3.7 billion Maryland shipyard for submarine manufacturing, backed by up to $2.9 billion in Navy contracts.

EOS plans U.S. serial production of next-generation Slinger counter-drone system

EOS is moving Slinger production to the U.S. with an upgraded system that includes autonomous engagement functions for handling multiple threats.

EOS unveils next-generation Slinger C-UAS system

EOS Defense Systems plans to begin US production of its upgraded Slinger counter-UAS system in 2027 with enhanced sensing and autonomous capabilities.

EU pays Ukraine €1.24 billion for drones and missiles under €90 billion support loan

The EU has earmarked €1.24 billion from its €90 billion support loan for Ukraine's drone and missile purchases, as part of €60 billion budgeted for defence.

Federal Ammunition, Mossberg and Palladyne AI develop autonomous airborne C-UAS

Federal Ammunition, Mossberg and Palladyne AI are combining ammunition, weapon platforms and autonomous flight control for drone-to-drone interception.

GDLS to bring natural language control to Abrams tanks and next-generation combat vehicles

GDLS is broadening its integration of Primordial Labs' Anura software to let crews direct vehicle operations through natural language commands.

How The Groundwork For F-47 Flight Testing Is Being Laid

The U.S. Air Force is finalizing its testing plan for the F-47 fighter's 2028 debut, using virtual tools to accelerate an aggressive development timeline.

Industrial Convergence on the Eastern Flank: ARX Robotics and Roboneers Ink Strategic Land Warfare Alliance in Kyiv

Robotics firms unite to scale autonomous ground system deployment for warfare in Ukraine.

Pentagon launches pilot program that will use AI to manage sensitive information

The Pentagon is piloting a new system for managing classified documents, marking a shift in how it handles sensitive information.

Pentagon Picks 3 Lasers And A Drone-Frying Microwave For US Bases

The Pentagon selected four directed-energy weapons—three lasers and a high-power microwave—to pilot-test for defending U.S. military bases against drone threats.

SCD Secures $40 Million in New MWIR Contracts as Global Demand Accelerates for High-Performance Infrared at Scale

Thermal imaging demand is accelerating across military and commercial sectors, reflected in SCD's new $40 million contract portfolio.

U.S. Navy and AUKUS partners test more than 40 technologies for autonomous maritime operations off California

U.S., Australian and British forces tested 40-plus autonomous maritime technologies in coordinated live-fire operations spanning multiple domains.