UK hires two companies to write software to support future satellitesThe amount of money involved may be small, but the outcome of the research and development work by the two companies could be key.4 months ago
European coalition to rush first-person-view drones to UkraineThe group, led by Latvia and Britain, will coordinate training, testing and procurement of the miniature drone type, which can carry explosives on target.5 months ago
Thales inks $2B deal to improve British Royal Navy’s maintenanceThe support program will see Thales use data technology, including AI and virtual reality, to provide more proactive and predictive maintenance.
BAE Systems buys drone-maker Malloy AeronauticsThe acquisition follows a two-year partnership between the companies to develop the all-electric quadcopter T-650.
In first, UK downs aerial drone with test shot from DragonFire laserThe trial with the direct-energy weapon is considered a significant milestone toward the deployment of the system, possibly within five years.
US unveils international force to defend Red Sea. Here’s what we know.Several nations have announced their contributions to Operation Prosperity Guardian, a new multinational security initiative in the Middle East.
Northrop exit from UK satellite bid recasts big-ticket Skynet 6 raceFor now, the British Ministry of Defence said it is ploughing ahead with the two communication-satellite segments of the program.
Project Nyx Alpha to boost UK Space Command’s domain awarenessA ground-based telescope in Cyprus will allow detection of satellites and other objects from LEO to GEO and Cislunar orbits.
Britain unveils details on AI defense programsOne involved a beach-landing exercise, while the other looked at helicopter maintenance.
Britain sends spy planes, ships to Mediterranean amid Israel-Hamas warThe U.K.'s deployment package is meant to support Israel, prevent escalation and aid in humanitarian efforts, according to the government.