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21 August

Grid Aero Rolls Out Cargo Drone Built for Long Haul, Heavy Loads

California startup Grid Aero has emerged from stealth with the Lifter-Lite, an autonomous cargo drone it dubs “the pickup truck of the skies.”

21 August

A flying Black Hawk helicopter with launched effects

Christine Casimiro

Sikorsky Bags $43M US Army Deal to Modernize Black Hawk Helicopters

The US Army has awarded Lockheed Martin subsidiary Sikorsky an initial $43-million contract to modernize the Black Hawk medium-lift multi-role helicopter.

21 August

Peraton to advance US Army Cyber Command's GHOSTCREW program.

Giulia Bernacchi

US Army Cyber Command Taps Peraton to Streamline Operations With AI

Peraton has received a contract from the US Army Cyber Command to support AI-assisted platform program for cyber operators.

21 August

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

Peraton Trials AI Control on Damaged Robotic Vehicle, Rough Navy Resupply

Peraton has demonstrated an artificial intelligence control system that keeps robotic platforms operating safely in extreme conditions, including when damaged.

20 August

ZenaTech developing quantum computing technologies.

Giulia Bernacchi

ZenaTech Forms Quantum Computing Division for Defense, Drone Research

ZenaTech has launched a new Quantum Computing Division to advance research in next-generation defense and drone systems.

20 August

230425-N-OX430-1292 Philippine Sailors assigned to Naval Special Operations Units and U.S. Naval Special Warfare operators conduct over the beach approach drill in preparation for an upcoming bilateral training scenario at Joint Task Force Malampaya in El Nido, Palawan, Philippines during Balikatan 23, April 25, 2023. Balikatan is an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences. Naval Special Warfare is the nation’s elite maritime special operations force, uniquely positioned to extend the Fleet’s reach and gain and maintain access for the Joint Force in competition and conflict. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Daniel Gaither)

Rojoef Manuel

US, Philippines Approve More Than 500 Joint Military Activities for 2026

The US and the Philippines have greenlit over 500 joint military activities for 2026, enhancing defense cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.

20 August

An attendee utilizes night vision during an Operation KUDOS event July 11, 2025, at Joe Foss Field, South Dakota. Operation KUDOS is designed to allow children the chance to learn about different military operations and deployments. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Solberg)

Rojoef Manuel

US Air Force Facilitates Deployment Prep Simulation for Kids in Ohio

The US Air Force has conducted an activity introducing children to pre-deployment mission briefs in an actual military setting at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio.

20 August

the Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS)

Rojoef Manuel

X-Bow, US Army Invest $13.9M to Develop New Rocket Motor for GMLRS

New Mexico-based X-Bow Systems and the US Army are investing $13.9 million to build and test a new solid rocket motor for the Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System.

20 August

Staff Writer With AFP

Trump Says US Air Support Possible for Ukraine Security Guarantee

Trump said US air support and European ground troops could be part of security guarantees for Ukraine, warning of a "rough" situation if talks between Moscow and Kyiv fail.

20 August