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One Decoder for All Battlefield Networks: DARPA Moves Toward Universal Codec

DARPA is pursuing a universal codec that would allow military radios, satellites, and data networks to adapt how they protect transmissions from errors.

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Uvision Builds AI Battle System Connecting Sensing to Strike

Uvision aims to speed up target engagement timelines and reduce operator workload in multi-domain operations through CORTEX, its new battle intelligence and mission management system.

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White House Orders Faster AI Integration Across Defense, Intel Agencies

A new White House memorandum aims to accelerate the use of artificial intelligence across the US national security enterprise by streamlining procurement, expanding access to advanced AI models, and strengthening security requirements.

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US Defense Logistics Agency Showcases Human-AI Teaming in New Video Series

The US Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is highlighting its approach to human-machine teaming through a new video series showing how artificial intelligence supports logistics analysis and decision-making.

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Shifters Raises $10.2M to Advance Agentic AI for Ground Robots

Investors are backing AI-enabled ground autonomy as defense robotics startup Shifters raises $10.2 million in seed funding to advance autonomous robotic teams for reconnaissance and other high-risk military and security missions.

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Vietnam Shows Off New Light Tank That Hits 80 kph and Drives Through Water

A new armored modernization effort is underway in Vietnam with the development of the T-1, an indigenous light tank capable of reaching speeds of up to 80 kilometers per hour.

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USAF Awards Kongsberg $240.9M to Produce Joint Strike Missile Lot 2

The US Air Force has awarded Norwegian defense firm Kongsberg an approximately $240.9-million contract for the second production lot of Joint Strike Missiles.

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US OKs Aircraft IRCM Sale for UK, JDAM Guidance Kits for South Korea

The US State Department has approved Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures for the UK and Joint Direct Attack Munitions for South Korea in two separate foreign military sales.

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Ukraine Orders 1,500 Military Motorcycles in Major Mobility Procurement

Ukraine has procured 1,500 motorcycles for its armed forces in a move aimed at improving battlefield mobility and tightening spending efficiency across defense logistics.

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Mobix Labs to Acquire Vision Aerial, Enter US Drone Manufacturing Market

Mobix Labs is set to enter the US drone manufacturing space after signing a binding agreement to acquire Vision Aerial.

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