U.S. soldiers are increasingly training to identify drones by sight and sound, reflecting lessons learned from the war in Ukraine. During the U.S.-led Project FlyTrap 5.0 exercise in Lithuania in earl
British paratroopers down drones in Lithuania
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British paratroopers from 3rd Battalion, The Parachute Regiment (3 PARA) have joined the US Army’s 2nd Cavalry Regiment in Lithuania for Exercise Flytrap, a training event focused on counter-drone war
L3Harris has unveiled a new electronic warfare capability called **Wraith Shield** for its **Falcon IV handheld radios**, designed to help soldiers counter small drone threats without adding new hardw
L3Harris has announced a new electronic warfare capability, called **Wraith Shield**, for its **Falcon IV handheld radios** that could give soldiers a personal counter-drone defense bubble. The system
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The Multidomain Task Force (MDTF) has been central to the U.S. Army's transformation over the past decade, representing a strategic shift toward operating against near-peer adversaries within their we
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French company Texelis Defense and Finnish manufacturer Scata have joined forces to create the MK1, an 18-ton multipurpose combat vehicle developed in Finland within a year. Targeting a market gap bet
The U.S. Army has officially designated the XM8 as the carbine version of the M7 Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) rifle, assigning it a national stock number (NSN 1005-01-737-3402). The XM8 feature
U.S. Army leaders are raising concerns about "cognitive overload" for commanders on modern battlefields, exacerbated by an influx of information from various technologies amid evolving warfare dynamic
Leaders at the U.S. Army drone school emphasize the need for adaptable and upgradable equipment to keep pace with rapidly evolving battlefield requirements. They advocate for partnerships with defense
Engineers in the United States are pioneering a technology that allows military drones to remain airborne indefinitely by utilizing high-power invisible laser beams for wireless charging. This innovat
The U.S. military is pursuing a significant expansion of drone capabilities, particularly smaller unmanned aerial systems (UAS), leading to a rising demand for containerized drone launch systems. The
Taiwan's Tron Future has introduced an innovative AI-assisted system for guiding anti-armor rockets, showcased for the first time at the Singapore Airshow from February 3-8, 2026. The system, known as
Mossberg & Sons has secured an $11.6 million contract from the Pentagon to supply 12,000 to 14,000 Mossberg 590A1 shotguns, specifically configured with 17-inch barrels for drone interception. These s
The U.S. Space Force has awarded Slingshot Aerospace a $27 million contract to enhance the training of its Guardians through advanced AI technology. This initiative involves the TALOS AI, designed to
Belgium doubles down on drone defenses following mystery flights
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Belgium is enhancing its drone defense capabilities with a €50 million anti-drone initiative in response to a rise in illegal drone flights near sensitive locations. Recent contracts include a €9.2 mi
Netherlands orders Skyranger anti-drone cannons for under €1 billion
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The Netherlands has placed an order for Skyranger anti-drone cannons from Rheinmetall, valued at under €1 billion, aiming to enhance its defense capabilities against drone threats. This acquisition in
Benjamin Erickson, a 24-year-old former Army infantryman and person of interest in the Brown University shooting, served at Arlington National Cemetery and has a background in firearms training. He wa
The U.S. military is urgently adapting to the evolving tactics of drone warfare demonstrated in Ukraine, where small drones are now operated directly from the battlefield instead of remotely. A recent
101st Airborne Division Takes Flight with 3D Printed Drones
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The 101st Airborne Division is innovating military drone capabilities with the introduction of 3D printed small-unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) at Fort Campbell, Ky. This initiative aims to provide m
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In episode #235 of The Cognitive Crucible, Colonel Rob Thelen discusses the U.S. Army's Information Warfare (IWAR) Initiative, which seeks to merge Information Operations (IO) and Psychological Operat