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25 September

US Army personnel teach the Maven Smart System at the National Guard Bureau in Arlington, Virginia, on Feb. 20, 2026. Photo: Master Sgt. Whitney Hughes/DVIDS

Over 100,000 US Defense Personnel Now Use Palantir’s Maven AI: Official

The Pentagon is expanding its use of AI in military operations through Palantir’s Maven Smart System, which turns battlefield data into information commanders can use for targeting and other decisions.

25 September

US Air Force intelligence personnel work with multiple data sources at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia. Photo: Staff Sgt. Madeline Herzog/DVIDS

Samantha Alexa

US Air Force Taps AI to Expose Hidden Foreign Ties in Supply Chains

The US Air Force has selected Finch AI to deliver an AI capability designed to uncover potential foreign influence and hidden relationships across the US industrial base and research institutions.

25 September

The Challenger 650 aircraft. Photo: Bombardier Defense

Rojoef Manuel

Leidos to Extend Support for US Army’s ARTEMIS Spy Plane Ops in Europe

The US Army has awarded Leidos a contract worth up to $127 million to continue supporting the Airborne Reconnaissance and Targeting Exploitation Multi-Mission Intelligence System program.

25 September

Green Berets assigned to 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) enter a room during close-quarters battle training at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Sept. 16, 2026. The exercise replicated realistic operational conditions, allowing Soldiers to refine close-quarters tactics, communication, and team coordination in preparation for real-world missions. 1st SFG(A) maintains highly lethal, rapidly deployable forces to execute the full spectrum of special operations alongside allies, partners, and the joint force as the preferred partner and premier special operations entity in the U.S. Pacific Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. John Bae) This photo was altered for security purposes in accordance with USSOCOM Manual 360-1.

Rojoef Manuel

USSOCOM Selects GMP for Weapons, Ammo, and Protective Gear Program

The US Special Operations Command has partnered with Global Military Products under a $19.5-million multi-award program to distribute weapons, ammunition, and personal protective equipment for US and foreign partners.

25 September

FQ-42 Vengeance unmanned aerial system flying alongside fighter jets. Photo: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

Rojoef Manuel

US Air Force Accepts FQ-42 Vengeance in Nevada for Crewed-Uncrewed Flight Tests

The US Air Force has taken delivery of an FQ-42 Vengeance unmanned aerial system at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, for further testing under its Collaborative Combat Aircraft program.

25 September

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

A Low-Noise Drone With AI Ambitions Takes Shape in the US

US firm Eva Defense is advancing a low-noise autonomous drone designed for remote piloting and, in future versions, coordination with other aircraft through an AI-enabled platform.

25 September

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

New Platform Targets Intelligent Positioning for Military Systems

Hexagon’s NovAtel is laying the groundwork for future intelligent positioning with OEM8, its new platform for demanding environments.

25 September

Christine Casimiro

US Army Receives Two Turreted AMPV Prototypes From BAE Systems

The US Army has taken delivery of two turreted infantry fighting vehicle prototypes, known as the Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicles 30mm, from BAE Systems.

25 September