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30 January

AI predictive maintenance device in front of a military helicopter. Photo: Odysight.ai

Odysight.ai Lands Defense Pilot Orders as AI Maintenance Gains Momentum

Israeli defense contractor Odysight.ai has scored two pilot orders from a major customer, highlighting rising interest in artificial intelligence-driven monitoring and predictive maintenance for military aircraft.

30 January

Sea

The Spanish Armada guided-missile frigate Álvaro de Bazán, pictured, steams alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61) prior to a replenishment-at-sea as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Oct. 7, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navy’s commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict free Atlantic region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sawyer Connally)

Rojoef Manuel

US Greenlights $1.7B Materials Sale for Spain’s F100 Frigate Mid-Life Upgrade

The US State Department has approved a $1.7-billion foreign military sale to Spain in support of its F100 frigate mid-life upgrade program.

30 January

Europe

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

France Brings Jet Power to the Fight Against Suicide Drones

French firm ALM Meca is trying to advance high-speed drone interception with the Fury 120, a new jet-powered system designed to hunt and destroy one‑way attack drones.

30 January

War

Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov at an Army of Drones event

Rojoef Manuel

Ukraine Logs 820,000 Drone Strikes Against Russian Targets in 2025

The Ukrainian Armed Forces struck nearly 820,000 Russian targets in 2025 using unmanned aerial systems, according to a recent tally, as their conflict drags on into its fifth year.

30 January

Asia Pacific

Bangladesh and US military leaders at a meeting in Dhaka

Rojoef Manuel

US Expands Defense Ties With Bangladesh

The US and Bangladesh have moved to expand military cooperation following a series of high-level engagements.

30 January

Asia Pacific

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

India Enters Elite Group of Military Chip Makers With GaN Breakthrough

India is moving into high-end defense electronics with the successful development of Gallium Nitride Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuits, powerful semiconductor chips designed for everything from missiles to warships.

30 January

Technology

Close-up of a D-Wave quantum processor chip mounted on a copper-colored circuit assembly, with dense wiring and connectors surrounding the central quantum module.

Ethan M. Encarnacion

US Firms Bring Quantum to Air and Missile Defense

D-Wave Quantum has joined forces with Anduril Industries and Davidson Technologies to see how quantum applications could boost air and missile defense.

30 January

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Ethan M. Encarnacion

High-Speed Interceptors With Autopilot? UK Unveils Baby Raptor and Raptor XL

Speed is emerging as the UK’s next bet against aerial threats, unveiling new high-speed interceptors for “fast-paced, precise engagements.”

30 January

Air

A B-1B Lancer assigned to the 419th Flight Test Squadron takes off from Edwards Air Force Base, California, to conduct flight tests on the Load Adaptable Modular pylon

Bea Castañeda

B-1B Lancer Guide: The Evolution of a Strategic Bomber

Combining supersonic speed, variable-sweep wings, and massive payload capacity, this guide unveils how the B-1B Lancer is a key asset for both deterrence and combat missions.

30 January

Technology