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Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard join Spotify exodus over arms industry link

King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard protest Spotify over CEO's defense industry ties, removing their music from the platform.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Bay Area engineer stole nuclear missile secrets, sought to aid China

Chenguang Gong pleaded guilty to stealing defense trade secrets to aid China.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Anduril alums raise $24M Series A to bring military logistics out of the Excel spreadsheet era | TechCrunch

Silicon Valley is focusing on defense technology, particularly AI-enabled software for military logistics, as tensions rise and modernization needs increase.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

I went to the 'save America' conference in Detroit, where patriotic founders vied for VC dollars

The Reindustrialize Summit emphasized the potential for startups and venture capitalists to drive an American manufacturing renaissance, amid a generational challenge with the Chinese Communist Party.
Venture
#ukraine
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Europe news

Western arms makers can now live-test their prototype weapons on the battlefield against Russia's forces

Ukraine is inviting foreign arms manufacturers to test weapons prototypes in combat against Russian forces.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago

Three years on, Europe looks to Ukraine for the future of defense tech | TechCrunch

Ukraine is innovating in defense technology amidst war, but Europe must increase military investment to ensure its sovereignty.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago

Three years on, Europe looks to Ukraine for the future of defense tech | TechCrunch

Ukraine is innovating in defense technology amidst war, but Europe must increase military investment to ensure its sovereignty.
#silicon-valley
Silicon Valley
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Meta's push into defense tech reflects cultural shift, CTO says

Silicon Valley is increasingly open to collaborating with the US military, reflecting a resurgence of patriotic sentiment in tech.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Meta's push into defense tech reflects cultural shift, CTO says

Silicon Valley is increasingly open to collaborating with the US military, reflecting a resurgence of patriotic sentiment in tech.
#us-army
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

This tech CEO quit to redesign the 155mm shell - and upend how the West buys its weapons

Sceptre artillery shell combines unprecedented range and precision with an innovative production model emphasizing local manufacturing and software updates.
#investment
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Venture

European VC breaks taboo by investing in pure defense tech from Ukraine's war zones | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
European startups

Spotify's Daniel Ek just bet bigger on Helsing, Europe's defense tech darling | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Venture

European VC breaks taboo by investing in pure defense tech from Ukraine's war zones | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
European startups

Spotify's Daniel Ek just bet bigger on Helsing, Europe's defense tech darling | TechCrunch

fromSecuritymagazine
3 weeks ago

Dr. Joye Purser: Safeguard Against Shifting Risks

I realized that my knowledge and skills could help drive efficient operations as well as technical eminence, ultimately safeguarding the freedoms we hold dear.
US politics
#hypersonic-weapons
#funding
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Startup companies

Two-year-old defense tech Mach Industries confirms $100M raise led by Khosla, Bedrock | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Startup companies

Two-year-old defense tech Mach Industries confirms $100M raise led by Khosla, Bedrock | TechCrunch

fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Hackathon teams race to solve defense tech challenges as Europe boosts military capabilities

"Given the geopolitical climate, defense tech is relevant now more than ever, said Aniketh Ramesh, a startup founder..."
European startups
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

This SpaceX alumni-founded startup raised $10 million in 36 hours

AndrenaM is using AI to revolutionize underwater sonar data analysis, enhancing maritime security with a sophisticated sensing network.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump trade deal shows how vital China's rare-earth metals are to US defense firms

The draft trade agreement with China seeks to secure rare-earth metal supplies crucial for U.S. military production amidst ongoing trade tensions.
Silicon Valley
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Meta's tech chief says it's time for Silicon Valley to embrace the military again

Meta partners with Anduril for military tech, signaling a shift back toward strong ties between Silicon Valley and defense applications.
#nato
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Mark Zuckerberg and Palmer Luckey end their beef and partner to build extended reality tech for the US military

Meta and Anduril have partnered to create advanced military technology, signaling Big Tech's growing involvement in defense.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

If drone companies don't have their kit on the frontline in Ukraine they 'might as well give up,' says UK minister

Drone companies must have a presence in Ukraine to develop effective technologies for modern warfare.
#us-navy
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Uncrewed warships are simple answers to big US Navy problems, says a defense tech company that's building them

fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Uncrewed warships are simple answers to big US Navy problems, says a defense tech company that's building them

#drones
Silicon Valley
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Shield AI raises $240 million at a $5.3 billion valuation to commercialize its AI drone tech | TechCrunch

Shield AI raised $240 million, reaching a valuation of $5.3 billion, making it the second-largest U.S. defense tech startup.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Silicon Valley drone defense startup Shield AI lands $5.3 billion valuation

Shield AI raises $240 million, reaching a $5.3 billion valuation, underscoring investor interest in autonomous drones and national security technology.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
NYC startup

This killer drone is designed to be thrown like a football

Xdown is developing a unique kamikaze drone, the P.S. Killer, for rapid deployment and autonomous targeting.
UK news
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

The UK just took down a swarm of drones with a 13-cent-a-shot energy weapon

The UK deployed a radiowave-based weapon to successfully shoot down a drone swarm, marking a significant advancement in military technology.
Silicon Valley
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Shield AI raises $240 million at a $5.3 billion valuation to commercialize its AI drone tech | TechCrunch

Shield AI raised $240 million, reaching a valuation of $5.3 billion, making it the second-largest U.S. defense tech startup.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Silicon Valley drone defense startup Shield AI lands $5.3 billion valuation

Shield AI raises $240 million, reaching a $5.3 billion valuation, underscoring investor interest in autonomous drones and national security technology.
NYC startup
fromFast Company
4 months ago

This killer drone is designed to be thrown like a football

Xdown is developing a unique kamikaze drone, the P.S. Killer, for rapid deployment and autonomous targeting.
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump praises crowd of cheering soldiers at biggest US military base in the Middle East, vows 'substantial pay raises'

Trump celebrates strong US-Qatar military relations and a $42 billion defense deal during his Middle East visit.
#military
Apple
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Accuses China of Stealing Designs for Most Beautiful Fighter Jet in the World'

Trump claims China has copied the F-22 design while previewing a new U.S. jet, amidst escalating military rivalry.
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

These Old Weapons Are Still Used in America Today

The U.S. military excels in technology and training, maintaining a competitive edge through significant investment in defense innovation.
Apple
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Accuses China of Stealing Designs for Most Beautiful Fighter Jet in the World'

Trump claims China has copied the F-22 design while previewing a new U.S. jet, amidst escalating military rivalry.
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

These Old Weapons Are Still Used in America Today

The U.S. military excels in technology and training, maintaining a competitive edge through significant investment in defense innovation.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Check out the Hellhound, a 375-mph 3D-printed turbojet-powered exploding drone competing for a spot in the US Army's arsenal

Cummings Aerospace's Hellhound loitering munition is unique for its speed, modular design, and 3D-printed structure, distinguishing it from other similar drones.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Vertical Aerospace has a plan to capitalize on Europe's defense tech moment | TechCrunch

Vertical's hybrid-electric strategy isn't unique to the startup. Archer Aviation announced a new unit dedicated to defense alongside plans to work with Anduril.
European startups
#venture-capital
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
European startups

This American VC is betting on European defense tech; that's still very unusual | TechCrunch

Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Founder's Fund's new $4.6B fund indicates an era of big VC spending | TechCrunch

Founder's Fund raised $3.4 billion for its third growth fund, indicating strong market confidence and oversubscription from investors.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
European startups

This American VC is betting on European defense tech; that's still very unusual | TechCrunch

Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Founder's Fund's new $4.6B fund indicates an era of big VC spending | TechCrunch

Founder's Fund raised $3.4 billion for its third growth fund, indicating strong market confidence and oversubscription from investors.
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

ATMOS and ARX Robotics forge 'Space Defence Alliance' to build the world's first Orbit-to-Ground Deployment Platform - Silicon Canals

ATMOS is enhancing Europe's rapid response capabilities through its partnership with ARX Robotics, integrating orbital re-entry logistics and unmanned ground systems for disaster relief.
European startups
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Even After Losing Sales, This Defense Contractor Sells Over $20 Billion in Arms More Than Its Closest Competitor

STING is a programmable and scalable airburst interceptor round that gives ground units a last-mile defense against drone swarms, effectively transforming tactical defense strategy.
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

The US Marine Corps is trying to figure out how to sort out friendly and enemy drones in battle

The Marine Corps is actively developing drone policies to improve friendly and enemy identification, highlighting the critical need in cluttered modern battlefields.
DevOps
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Palantir CEO Alex Karp touts 'warrior culture' as company boosts annual revenue outlook

Palantir's growth is fueled by a supportive cultural shift towards defense technology and strong AI sales.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Rising star defense tech startup Mach Industries is raising $100 million, sources say | TechCrunch

Mach Industries is closing in on a $100 million financing round to fund its defense tech innovations.
Co-founded by 21-year-old Ethan Thornton, Mach aims to revolutionize military vehicles and weaponry with new technologies.
fromTNW | Deep-Tech
3 months ago

ARX Robotics rides defence tech wave with 31M for battlefield robots

The demand for modular, software-driven defence systems is growing rapidly - and we're building the company that will define this category in Europe.
European startups
fromMail Online
3 months ago

Top secret US spy drone gets deadly laser that MELTS missiles mid-air

A laser system mounted on drones can destroy missiles mid-air, marking a breakthrough in defense technology.
Gadgets
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

See the world's first drone aircraft carriers

China launched the world's largest amphibious assault ship, potentially the first purpose-built drone carrier, heralding a major shift in naval warfare.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

How this Ukrainian walkie-talkie maker caught the attention of the US military

Himera produces electronic warfare-resistant walkie-talkies to enhance battlefield communication.
Founded during the Ukraine conflict, Himera has rapidly gained military interest, especially from the US.
The startup's G1 Pro radio aids in countering electronic warfare challenges.
#spacex
Startup companies
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Elon Musk's SpaceX is frontrunner to build Trump's 'Golden Dome' missile shield: sources

SpaceX, Palantir, and Anduril are frontrunners for Trump's missile defense initiative amid evolving defense strategies.
OMG science
fromFuturism
4 months ago

Former NASA Astronaut Says Elon Musk Has No Idea What He's Talking About

Elon Musk aims for a crewed Mars mission by 2029 or 2031, but experts suggest it will take much longer.
Startup companies
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Elon Musk's SpaceX is frontrunner to build Trump's 'Golden Dome' missile shield: sources

SpaceX, Palantir, and Anduril are frontrunners for Trump's missile defense initiative amid evolving defense strategies.
OMG science
fromFuturism
4 months ago

Former NASA Astronaut Says Elon Musk Has No Idea What He's Talking About

Elon Musk aims for a crewed Mars mission by 2029 or 2031, but experts suggest it will take much longer.
UK news
fromTheregister
3 months ago

British Army harnesses radio waves to fry drone swarms

British soldiers have effectively used a radio-wave weapon to disable drones, marking a significant advancement in aerial defense capabilities.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

VC firm Overlap brings on Pentagon alum to advise defense tech startups on working with the government

"In a rapidly changing defense landscape, my goal is to help bridge the gap between innovative tech startups and the military's evolving needs, ensuring impactful collaboration."
Startup companies
US news
fromTheregister
3 months ago

China's REE restrictions will affect US military readiness

The trade war is jeopardizing US military readiness by creating supply chain vulnerabilities in rare earth elements essential for defense technologies.
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago

SecFund is now live; here's how Dutch startups, scale-ups and SMEs developing dual-use tech can apply - Silicon Canals

The SecFund is a €100M investment fund targeting Dutch startups and SMEs developing dual-use technologies for defense and civil applications.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Will Ukraine's Neptune long-range missile make a difference? DW 03/21/2025

"It is a new Ukrainian rocket, very precise. It has a range of 1,000 kilometers [620 miles]. Many thanks to our Ukrainian developers, manufacturers and our military," he wrote on Telegram.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Europe and Canada are eyeing alternatives to American-made fighter jets. Here's why

Journalism is crucial for understanding complex issues in US history.
Support for independent journalism enables unbiased reporting on significant matters.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Defense tech firm BlueHalo's CEO sees an opportunity for Trump's 'Golden Dome' project to be more than a missile shield

The 'Golden Dome' effort is being eyed closely by legacy defense companies and smaller, younger companies alike.
US politics
NYC startup
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago

'Don't Work at Anduril' Recruitment Campaign Goes Viral | Entrepreneur

Anduril Industries uses unconventional advertising to recruit tech talent for their defense contracts, emphasizing their distinct company culture.
#missile-defense
Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

1 Sure-Fire Winner From Trump's "Golden Dome" Proposal

Trump proposes a "Golden Dome" missile defense to enhance U.S. security against various missile threats, inspired by Israel's Iron Dome.
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Trump's Iron Dome for America system is now reportedly called Golden Dome

The Iron Dome for America initiative has been renamed the Golden Dome for America, focusing on missile defense capabilities.
Space Force develops plans for a space-based missile defense system.
Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

1 Sure-Fire Winner From Trump's "Golden Dome" Proposal

Trump proposes a "Golden Dome" missile defense to enhance U.S. security against various missile threats, inspired by Israel's Iron Dome.
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Trump's Iron Dome for America system is now reportedly called Golden Dome

The Iron Dome for America initiative has been renamed the Golden Dome for America, focusing on missile defense capabilities.
Space Force develops plans for a space-based missile defense system.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Defense tech startup Epirus raises $250M Series D to counter drone swarms | TechCrunch

Epirus raised $250 million in Series D funding to strengthen its anti-drone technology and expand its market presence.
Startup companies
fromtechcrunch.com
4 months ago

Exclusive: Mach Industries, founded by 21-year-old Ethan Thornton, lands U.S. Army contract, builds weapons factory

Mach Industries, led by young entrepreneur Ethan Thornton, has secured a U.S. Army contract for drone technology and plans to build a decentralized factory.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago

Web Summit attendees aren't buying Scale AI CEO's push for America 'to win the AI war' | TechCrunch

Alexandr Wang emphasizes the critical importance of AI for national security, framing it as a race between the U.S. and China.
US politics
fromAxios
5 months ago

What Trump's Iron Dome demands

Trump's missile defense vision aligns with increasing sensor needs to detect newer threats from adversaries.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

Palmer Luckey says his entire career has led to this moment - scoring a $22 billion US Army contract for high-tech goggles

Anduril takes over Microsoft's $22 billion contract for mixed-reality goggles for the US Army, marking a significant career moment for Palmer Luckey.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
6 months ago

Defense startup Epirus in talks to raise over $150M, potentially cutting valuation | TechCrunch

Epirus is raising $150-$200 million, potentially lowering its valuation to $1 billion from $1.35 billion in a funding round led by 8VC.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

Palmer Luckey's Anduril partners with Archer Aviation to develop "next-gen" vertical takeoff vehicles for the US military

The partnership aims to create advanced vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, leveraging Archer's commercial capabilities and Anduril's expertise in AI and systems integration.
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