Defense
Longest shutdown in history creating a readiness hole of unknown proportions
The heads of several military professional organizations came together to beg Congress to open the government.
Defense
Air Force wants a $500,000 counter-air missile, despite cheaper options
The service wants ideas by December, and hopes to see a modular, ground-launched prototype in two years.
Defense
Anduril to build autonomous vessel prototype in Korea
The announcement is part of a new partnership with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries—a leading shipbuilder worldwide.
Defense
Space Force astronauts? New report says guardians in space would be asset for future ops
Experts say humans in space would be advantage, alongside needed tech improvements.
Defense
Pentagon’s policy shop is a ‘Pigpen-like mess': Sen. Cotton
Senate Armed Services Committee members from both parties question DOD missteps, actions that contravened president’s foreign-policy positions.
Defense
Europe Charts Its Own Path in Missile Warning with JEWEL and Odin’s Eye
The EU’s space-based early-warning initiatives mark a turning point in Europe’s pursuit of strategic autonomy—mirroring U.S. capabilities while forging an independent defense infrastructure.
Defense
General Dynamics CEO warns of government shutdown effects
The company raked in nearly $13 billion in revenue for Q3, including about $4 billion from shipbuilding.
Defense
HASC members beg Boeing to negotiate end to ‘disruptive’ fighter-jet worker strike
17 lawmakers signed a letter published the same day as the company’s Q3 earnings call.
Defense
Lockheed to invest $50M in maritime drone maker
Saildrone is designing a larger-class vessel for the future demonstration of a combined capability.
Defense
Airbus, Leonardo, Thales Join Forces to Reshape European Space Landscape
Three top defense firms unite satellite, communications, and Earth-observation capabilities to challenge global rivals and secure Europe's strategic autonomy.
Defense
Naval Research Lab opens proposal window for satellite software operation contract
The Naval Research Laboratory wants support for the software's IT and cybersecurity aspects as well.
Defense
Industry groups push to keep open-source measures in annual intelligence bill
They’re backing provisions in the House version of the Intelligence Authorization Act. But multiple intelligence community elements are hesitant about the measures, people familiar say.
Defense
Government shutdown has paused discussions on accelerating B-21 bomber production
Northrop Grumman execs remain confident in hitting key milestones amid funding uncertainty.
Defense
Shield AI’s unmanned fighter jet concept pitched as a drone wingman or solo aircraft
The company hopes its new autonomous fighter jet can reach an initial flight test by next year.
Defense
Lockheed basks in F-35 delivery win
Execs said the company delivered 46 aircraft in the third quarter of the year.
Defense
Counterdrone tech has a production problem
Big defense prime companies pairing with scrappy upstarts could help tip the scales.
Defense
Air Force spikes plans to stand up command focused on competing with China
Service says it will create a new role focused on modernization efforts instead.
Defense
Firefly seeks software, defense growth with $855M SciTec acquisition
The Golden Dome missile defense initiative is top of mind for Firefly with this purchase, as are broader space domain awareness missions that require a combination of software and hardware.
Defense
Inside Europe's crash effort to create a 'drone wall'
More sensors, more maneuverable, less expensive: How the Ukraine war is shaping the future of drone air defense.
Defense
Flood of questions leads Missile Defense Agency to push Golden Dome deadline one week
Pitches for a slice of MDA’s 10-year, up-to-$151 billion contract vehicle are now due Oct. 16.
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