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January 31, 2026
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Air Platforms

MQ-25A Stingray Completes US Navy Autonomous Taxi Test

Boeing has confirmed that the U.S. Navy’s first operational MQ-25A Stingray has completed its inaugural autonomous taxi test, marking a significant step toward introducing uncrewed aircraft into daily aircraft...

January 31, 2026
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Land Platforms

Sweden Begins Testing Slovak CV90 MkIV Infantry Vehicles

Slovakia’s Combat Vehicle 90 MkIV infantry fighting vehicle program has reached a key milestone, with the first Slovak-configured vehicles now undergoing testing at BAE Systems Hägglunds in Sweden. The...

January 30, 2026
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Land Platforms

Korea Begins Overseas Supply of K2 MBT Engine

South Korea has taken a significant step toward defense export autonomy by launching overseas sales of a locally developed engine for the K2 Black Panther main battle tank. The...

January 29, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Singapore’s 2nd Victoria-Class Warship Keel Laid

Singapore’s shipbuilder ST Engineering has completed the keel-laying of the second Victoria-class Multi-Role Combat Vessel for the Republic of Singapore Navy, signaling continued progress on one of the country’s...

January 29, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

US Army Launches New 40mm Ammo Facility in Wisconsin

The US Army and AMTEC Corporation have commissioned a new 40mm ammunition production line and indoor testing range at AMTEC’s Janesville, Wisconsin facility, reinforcing the service’s drive to boost...

January 28, 2026
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Air Platforms

New Mach 4 Aircraft Emerges as F/A-XX Contender

US-based Stavatti Aerospace has entered the competitive landscape of the US Navy’s Next Carrier Air Dominance (NCAD) initiative with the reveal of its SM-39 Razor fighter concept. The aircraft...

January 27, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

South Korea Upgrades Joint Command System With AI Core

South Korea has begun rebuilding its core allied command-and-control architecture, integrating artificial intelligence to strengthen joint military operations with the United States. The initiative focuses on modernizing the Allied...

January 27, 2026
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Land Platforms

Singapore Unveils Next-Gen Infantry Fighting Vehicle

Singapore-based defense firm ST Engineering is progressing with the development of a next-generation infantry fighting vehicle aimed at shaping the future of ground warfare for the Singapore Armed Forces....

January 27, 2026
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Training and Simulation

Leonardo Connects Live Aircraft to Virtual Warzones

Leonardo has unveiled FITS4TOP, a next-generation pilot training system designed to integrate live aircraft operations with advanced virtual simulation, signaling a shift in how military aircrews are trained for...

January 27, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Norwegian Firms Advance Swarm Mine-Clearing Tech

Eelume and Maritime Robotics have unveiled a collaborative concept that brings together unmanned surface vessels and autonomous underwater vehicles to transform mine countermeasures operations. The approach centers on linking...