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September 1, 2025
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Poland Selects Viper Shield for F-16 Block 70 EW

The Polish Ministry of Defense has chosen L3Harris Technologies’ AN/ALQ-254(V)1 Viper Shield electronic warfare suite to support the upgrade of its F-16 Viper fleet. The selection is part of...

September 1, 2025
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Soldier Systems
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China Tests AR Goggles Giving Tank Crews 360° View

China has introduced new augmented reality (AR) headsets designed for use by armored vehicle crews, including commanders, drivers, and gunners. The technology is intended to improve situational awareness on...

August 28, 2025
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USAF Seeks Industry Input for Future Tanker Design

The US Air Force (USAF) has issued a new request for information (RFI) from defense contractors as part of its ongoing effort to develop the Next-Generation Air Refueling System...

August 28, 2025
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UK Refits Warrior IFVs into Unmanned Mine-Clearers

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has unveiled plans to convert surplus Warrior infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) into optionally crewed mine-clearing platforms. These vehicles will be equipped with remote-control...

August 28, 2025
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DZYNE Dronebuster Pushes Enemy Drones Back by 4 Km

DZYNE Technologies has introduced the Dronebuster Power Up Program, giving users of earlier models, including Block 3, the opportunity to upgrade to the latest Block 4 configuration. The program...

August 27, 2025
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Communication and Electronics
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US Army Plans 2026 Prototype of Modular EW Kit

The U.S. Army is set to begin prototyping a new modular electronic warfare (EW) kit in 2026. The system is being designed to function across a wide range of...

August 27, 2025
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Elbit Tests Airborne Variant of Iron Beam Laser System

Elbit Systems is advancing Israel’s air defense capabilities by creating an airborne version of the Iron Beam laser weapon for the Israeli Air Force. This marks a significant step...

August 23, 2025
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India, France to Jointly Build Jet Engines

India has partnered with a French defense company to co-develop and manufacture fighter jet engines domestically, according to Defense Minister Rajnath Singh. The initiative is part of a larger...

August 22, 2025
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Communication and Electronics
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L3Harris EW Tech Deployed in Talisman Sabre 2025

During the Talisman Sabre 2025 exercise in Australia, the US military showcased the L3Harris-developed electronic warfare (EW) system designed to detect surface radars aboard marine vessels. The trial emphasized...

August 22, 2025
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US Army Trials AR Goggles, Anti-Drone Tech at Border

The US Army is leveraging its deployment with Customs and Border Protection along the US-Mexico border to trial augmented reality equipment and counter-drone systems under live operational conditions. The...