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Lockheed Martin

How Did a U.S. Soldier Command a Black Hawk Helicopter Using Only a Tablet?

A U.S. Soldier recently operated a Black Hawk helicopter using only a tablet.

Zachary PeeryNov 2

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French Underwater Drone Maker Exail Soars 370% as European Defense Boom Fuels Growth

French underwater drone manufacturer Exail Technologies posted an 18% surge in third-quarter revenue as European defense spending accelerates in response to Russia’s war in Ukraine, according to Baird Maritime. The company’s stock has rocketed 370% this year, lifting its market value above €1.4 billion ($1.5 billion USD) from less than €300 million ($320 million USD)…

Haye KestelooOct 23

DJI

Drones Fight Crime in Alabama Skies

A drone zips overhead. But this ain’t your DJI Mavic 3 snapping sunset shots—it’s the Alabama police hunting down bad guys! In North Alabama

Rafael SuárezAug 21

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HoverAir Aqua: The Drone That Swims, Films, and Steals the Show

This drone buzzing around the sky—it’s a waterproof, floating, self-flying camera that can take off and land on water like it’s born to swim

Rafael SuárezAug 6

Ukraine

Helsing’s Lura Platform and SG-1 Fathom Glider Boost Underwater Drone Surveillance

Helsing, a Munich-based defense tech startup, has secured a €600 million ($641 million) investment led by Spotify co-founder Daniel Ek, valuing the company at €12 billion ($12.83 billion). This funding, reported by the Financial Times, fuels Helsing’s expansion into underwater surveillance with its Lura software platform and SG-1 Fathom underwater glider, enhancing security capabilities amid…

Haye KestelooJun 17

Anduril

Poland Bolsters Drone Force with Anduril’s Potential Expansion

Poland is intensifying its military modernization by expanding its Drone Force, and U.S. defense-tech company Anduril Industries is eyeing a strategic role in this effort. At a June 9, 2025, press briefing in Warsaw, Anduril’s CEO highlighted Poland’s robust defense upgrades as a key driver for potential local production partnerships, signaling a new chapter for…

Haye KestelooJun 12