Anduril beat 9 competitors to snag a $642 million anti-drone contract for the US Marine CorpsAnduril secured a $642 million deal with the Marine Corps for anti-drone technology to combat smaller unmanned drones.
Defense tech startup Epirus raises $250M Series D to counter drone swarms | TechCrunchEpirus raised $250 million in Series D funding to strengthen its anti-drone technology and expand its market presence.
Here are the top tech startups disrupting the defense industry - and what they're sellingTech startups are transforming military procurement with advanced AI, challenging traditional defense firms' dominance.2024 is expected to be pivotal for defense startups as global threats evolve.
Defense tech startup Epirus raises $250M Series D to counter drone swarms | TechCrunchEpirus raised $250 million in Series D funding to strengthen its anti-drone technology and expand its market presence.
Here are the top tech startups disrupting the defense industry - and what they're sellingTech startups are transforming military procurement with advanced AI, challenging traditional defense firms' dominance.2024 is expected to be pivotal for defense startups as global threats evolve.
Google scraps promise not to develop AI weaponsGoogle revised its AI principles, removing commitments to avoid harmful applications, including surveillance and military use.
The U.S. defense and homeland security departments have paid $700 million for AI projects since ChatGPT's launchThe U.S. defense sector is significantly increasing investment in AI, reflecting a broader trend in technological advancement and societal transformation.
Palmer Luckey's buzzy defense firm Anduril is expanding into the space businessAnduril is entering the space market with a mission planned for 2025, focusing on AI-powered technologies. It has partnered with Apex for satellite development.
Google scraps promise not to develop AI weaponsGoogle revised its AI principles, removing commitments to avoid harmful applications, including surveillance and military use.
The U.S. defense and homeland security departments have paid $700 million for AI projects since ChatGPT's launchThe U.S. defense sector is significantly increasing investment in AI, reflecting a broader trend in technological advancement and societal transformation.
Palmer Luckey's buzzy defense firm Anduril is expanding into the space businessAnduril is entering the space market with a mission planned for 2025, focusing on AI-powered technologies. It has partnered with Apex for satellite development.
High-Tech Militarists Are Hijacking the Trump AdministrationElon Musk's new role in government could lead to severe federal budget cuts, impacting essential services.The proposed Department of Government Efficiency raises concerns regarding democracy and conflict of interest involving Musk.
Palmer Luckey's defense tech company will make next-gen military aircraft with ArcherArcher Aviation is partnering with Anduril Industries to develop military aircraft, backed by $450 million in funding.
You'd Have to Be a Weightlifter to Hold This Massive GunColt's recent military contracts highlight both the trust in its weapons and the ethical dilemmas involved in arms procurement.
Contractor Who Defrauded Navy of Millions and Fled Gets 15 Years in PrisonLeonard Glenn Francis sentenced to 15 years for bribery and corruption involving U.S. Navy contracts.Francis's escape from justice reflects vulnerabilities in military contract oversight.
Russia arrests deputy defence minister suspected of corruptionTimur Ivanov arrested on organized corruption charges for accepting bribes on a large scale.
Contractor Who Defrauded Navy of Millions and Fled Gets 15 Years in PrisonLeonard Glenn Francis sentenced to 15 years for bribery and corruption involving U.S. Navy contracts.Francis's escape from justice reflects vulnerabilities in military contract oversight.
Russia arrests deputy defence minister suspected of corruptionTimur Ivanov arrested on organized corruption charges for accepting bribes on a large scale.
Palantir Secures $480 Million DOD Deal for AI-Powered Maven Smart System PrototypeAI technology is increasingly utilized by the U.S. military to enhance operational effectiveness.
What OpenAI's hiring of a top Palantir executive meansOpenAI is pivoting towards defense contracts, raising concerns about its role in military and surveillance technologies.
Trae Stephens Has Built AI Weapons and Worked for Donald Trump. As He Sees It, Jesus Would ApproveTrae Stephens transitioned from intelligence work to Silicon Valley, driven by a mission to modernize defense systems through technology.
Palantir Secures $480 Million DOD Deal for AI-Powered Maven Smart System PrototypeAI technology is increasingly utilized by the U.S. military to enhance operational effectiveness.
What OpenAI's hiring of a top Palantir executive meansOpenAI is pivoting towards defense contracts, raising concerns about its role in military and surveillance technologies.
Trae Stephens Has Built AI Weapons and Worked for Donald Trump. As He Sees It, Jesus Would ApproveTrae Stephens transitioned from intelligence work to Silicon Valley, driven by a mission to modernize defense systems through technology.
China has built a giant Osprey-like drone that engineers say can carry 10 passengers and fly at 340 mphThe Lanying R6000 is a new VTOL drone developed in China, capable of carrying passengers and cargo with advanced speed and range capabilities.
The US is ramping up spending on anti-tank missiles to replenish stockpiles amid the Ukraine war and commitments to TaiwanThe US Army has announced a $1.3 billion follow-on contract for Javelin missiles, indicating a surge in demand amid ongoing global threats.
This US State Is Pumping Out Weapons and Equipment for the ArmyArms manufacturing is a major economic driver in the U.S., with states like Texas and California leading in military equipment production.
Micheal Martin orders Department of Defence to reject military contracts with IsraelIreland's government, led by Mr Martin, suspends military contracts with Israel due to the Gaza conflict, potentially straining EU relations.
DeepMind workers urge Google to drop military contracts200 Google DeepMind workers urge the company to end military contracts, citing ethical concerns that conflict with their AI principles.
DeepMind workers sign letter in protest of Google's defense contracts | TechCrunchDeepMind workers oppose Google's military contracts, claiming they contradict ethical AI leadership and the company's mission.
DeepMind workers urge Google to drop military contracts200 Google DeepMind workers urge the company to end military contracts, citing ethical concerns that conflict with their AI principles.
DeepMind workers sign letter in protest of Google's defense contracts | TechCrunchDeepMind workers oppose Google's military contracts, claiming they contradict ethical AI leadership and the company's mission.
Exclusive: Workers at Google DeepMind Push Company to Drop Military ContractsGoogle DeepMind workers are urging the company to end military contracts, citing ethical concerns regarding technology use in warfare.
Google DeepMind staff call for end to military contractsGoogle DeepMind employees expressed concerns over military contracts, urging an end to AI technology use in warfare and advocating for adherence to ethical AI principles.
Exclusive: Workers at Google DeepMind Push Company to Drop Military ContractsGoogle DeepMind workers are urging the company to end military contracts, citing ethical concerns regarding technology use in warfare.
Google DeepMind staff call for end to military contractsGoogle DeepMind employees expressed concerns over military contracts, urging an end to AI technology use in warfare and advocating for adherence to ethical AI principles.
Blue Origin joins SpaceX and ULA in new round of military launch contractsBlue Origin becomes a military launch contractor for the US Space Force, competing for $5.6 billion worth of launch contracts over the next five years.