US Army taps 9 companies to build next-gen command and control software
The service announced contract awards worth $93.6 million across nine companies building applications for its Next Generation Command and Control software.
Estonia weighs buying light jet aircraft to shoot down Russian jet-powered drones
Estonia's defense minister said the government should consider fielding aircraft capable of shooting down Russian jet-powered attack drones.
US Army expands drone marketplace to 33 nations
Since the marketplace was launched in March 2026, it has processed $800 million in transactions.
Pete Hegseth to discuss autonomous warfare at AUSA Annual 2026 on Oct 14 at 10am EST
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is scheduled to appear at the Association of the United States Army’s 2026 Annual Meeting and Exposition on Wed., Oct. 14.
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Estonia weighs buying light jet aircraft to shoot down Russian jet-powered drones
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