Danish defense company MyDefence has launched the Wingman Edge, a wearable drone detection device that uses AI spectrum analysis to identify threats up to 6 kilometers away.
Defense technology firm Anduril Industries has opened a $1.3 billion employee tender offer, implying a valuation of $90 billion.
Wolfspeed has received a conditional commitment for a $1.5 billion loan from the US Department of War to expand domestic semiconductor production.
The Russian Ministry of Defense has opened access to combat drone data for 40 manufacturers to train military AI models.
Drone manufacturer Monopulse has raised over €2 million to scale production and expand its presence in NATO markets.
The Fourth Law and Odd Systems have launched Project Foundation to scale the production of uncooled thermal sensors in Europe and the US for defense and commercial use.
Defense startup Furientis has raised $25 million in a seed round led by Benchmark, bringing its valuation to $125 million as it scales production of low-cost missile interceptors.
Northrop Grumman has completed the first flight of its YFQ-48A Blue Talon autonomous drone, a low-cost, modular loyal wingman designed for rapid production and high-risk combat missions.
Lola Vision Systems is preparing to launch the LVS-250, a modular edge AI processor for defense and industrial use, featuring high power efficiency and hardware-level security.
European defense technology startups secured a record $7.4 billion in venture funding in 2026, nearly tripling the previous year's total as mega-rounds dominate the market.
German defense company ARX Robotics and Ukraine's Roboneers have formed a strategic partnership to scale the production of unmanned ground vehicles for the battlefield.
The US Army is launching an Autonomous Systems Command to integrate robotics into its force structure and accelerate the procurement of intelligent military equipment.
The Pentagon has initiated the 120-day Meridian project, led by Elon Musk and Palmer Luckey, to define future military technology requirements and combat strategies.
The US Department of Defense has initiated Project Meridian, a new research project led by Elon Musk, Palmer Luckey, and Newt Gingrich to analyze future warfare technologies.
The Pentagon has launched Project Meridian, a 120-day initiative led by Elon Musk and Palmer Luckey to define the future of military technology and defense strategy.
Estonian cybersecurity firm Blackwall has achieved a €1.03 billion valuation, marking a 368 percent annual increase and securing its spot among the country's top five tech companies.
Israeli venture firm Protego Ventures has raised $125 million for its debut fund to support startups developing AI, drones, and autonomous defense technologies.
The US Army has selected five winning projects from its xTechHumanoid competition to accelerate the development of humanoid robots for future military and combat applications.
Israeli defense-tech venture firm Protego Ventures has closed its debut fund with $125 million in capital commitments to back security startups.
Estonian defense-tech startup DOD Solution has raised €1.8 million to scale its AI-driven autonomy platform for unmanned systems following combat testing in Ukraine.
