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February 13, 2026
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Land Platforms

Inside the Marines’ Next-Gen ACV Platform

The ACV represents a doctrinal evolution in amphibious warfare, shifting from legacy tracked platforms to a faster, more survivable wheeled system optimized for distributed operations. Its hybrid mobility enables...

February 13, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Israel Expands Digital Military Infrastructure

The digitization effort marks a transformative step in Israel’s ground force modernization, emphasizing seamless connectivity across operational domains. By deploying AI-driven analytics and scalable open architecture systems, the IDF...

February 12, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Europe’s First Private Hypersonic Trial

Hypersonica has demonstrated a high-speed missile prototype surpassing Mach 6, marking a milestone for privately funded hypersonic innovation in Europe. The system incorporates modular components and advanced simulation-based development...

February 12, 2026
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Land Platforms

Kodiak Tech Powers Autonomous ROGUE-Fires

Kodiak AI is deploying artificial intelligence-driven navigation technology across Marine Corps ground platforms to support autonomous operations. The ROGUE-Fires vehicle will utilize the Kodiak Driver system to execute missions...

February 12, 2026
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Naval Platforms

New Autonomous Ship Extends Navy Reach

The US Navy’s new “Liberty Class” unmanned vessel marks a significant shift toward autonomous sea operations. Built by Blue Water Autonomy, the 190-foot ship can operate for months without...

February 12, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Seoul Advances Persistent Surveillance UAV

A joint effort between GuRu Wireless, Uniquest Corporation, and Arion seeks to extend drone endurance through wireless in-flight charging. Using a 24 GHz phased-array transmitter, energy is beamed from...

February 11, 2026
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Naval Platforms

France Deepens AI Naval Ties With Thales

France is expanding the role of AI within its naval defense strategy, with Naval Group taking a 20-percent share in Thales’ cortAIx France initiative. The partnership deepens cooperation in...

February 11, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Next-Gen Seeker Boosts European Air Missile

The Meteor missile program is undergoing a significant enhancement centered on a next-generation datalink developed by Spanish defense technology firm Indra. The redesigned system is intended to expand operational...

February 11, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Mighty Hornet IV Attack UAV Trial Succeeds

The collaborative Mighty Hornet IV program between Taiwan’s NCSIST and Kratos has reached a milestone with successful validation of integrated payload and mission systems. Built on the proven MQM-178...

February 11, 2026
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Air Platforms

USAF Awards Boeing C-17A Cockpit Modernization

Boeing will upgrade the C-17A’s flight deck under a newly awarded USAF contract focused on resolving avionics obsolescence and enhancing long-term sustainability. The modernization replaces aging systems with MOSA-aligned...