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May 12, 2026
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$5.9M raised for defense tech startups

Front Ventures has secured 5 million euros to invest in Ukrainian and Nordic defense startups developing drones, battlefield software, and military communications technologies. The funding reflects growing international interest...

May 11, 2026
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Japan orders 300 locally made drones

Japan has awarded Terra Drone a contract to manufacture 300 modular UAVs for military training, marking a significant step in the company’s expansion into defense technologies. The deal reflects...

May 11, 2026
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Akinci drone gains enhanced strike capability

EDGE and Baykar are integrating Al Tariq precision-guided munitions onto the Bayraktar Akinci combat drone, expanding the platform’s long-range strike capabilities. The agreement combines Baykar’s advanced unmanned aircraft technology...

May 7, 2026
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New stealth kamikaze drones revealed

India’s ADE has unveiled its new high-speed stealth swarm drones designed for future autonomous warfare missions. Inspired by the SWIFT UCAV program, the attritable drones combine stealth shaping, swarm...

May 6, 2026
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US Army conducts unmanned vehicle training

The US Army is testing HDT Robotics’ Hunter WOLF unmanned ground vehicle to improve battlefield logistics and reduce the physical strain on soldiers. The robotic platform can transport heavy...

May 5, 2026
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ULTRA Turbo UAV selected by US Air Force

DZYNE Technologies has secured a major AFRL contract to supply three ULTRA Turbo unmanned aircraft for next-generation ISR operations. The high-endurance UAV can fly for up to 72 hours,...

May 4, 2026
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AI drones to operate without networks

Japan and India are partnering to develop advanced autonomous drones capable of operating independently even without network connectivity. Powered by DMP’s AI-enabled Di1 chip, the drones will feature real-time...

May 3, 2026
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Indigenous MALE UAV bid for armed ISR

Dynamatic Technologies and Aerodata are developing the AeroForce X UAV with full Indian control over design and software. This ensures flexibility, independence, and future weapon integration. The project is...

May 3, 2026
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1-ton UAV for ISR at 20,000 ft revealed

Flying Wedge is building a new Kaalbhairav drone designed for high-altitude surveillance and potential strike missions. With advanced sensors and strong payload capacity, it shows how Indian startups are...

May 1, 2026
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New UGV fires loitering munitions

The RIPSAW M1 is a next-generation unmanned ground vehicle designed for flexibility and advanced combat roles. It can launch loitering munitions and perform surveillance missions while operating without onboard...