Recent reports of AI-assisted hacking have raised new concerns among cyber defense planners. Analysts now warn that hostile actors can use publicly available AI systems to increase the volume and speed of attacks far beyond previous levels.  This shift places additional pressure on defenders who already struggle with constant intrusions. Many believe that defensive teams will need support from advanced AI systems to match that pace. A recent incident involving a group that im

Rising global tensions have increased the need for aircraft that can adapt to modern defense demands. Many planners now look toward business jet platforms because they offer speed, range, altitude, and reliability that legacy fleets cannot match.  These qualities give commanders the freedom to reposition quickly, cover larger areas, and operate from a wider set of airfields. The latest Challenger and Global aircraft have earned a strong reputation in the civilian market, and

The US-China Economic and Security Review Commission presented its 2025 annual report to Congress today, calling for a sweeping quantum technology initiative to counter Chinese advances. As reported by industry sources, the bipartisan commission warns that whoever leads in quantum computing and artificial intelligence will control digital economy encryption, enable breakthroughs in materials and medicine, and gain persistent intelligence advantages. "It is imperative that the

The White House announced tonight that the United States has approved sales of F-35 fighters and 300 Abrams tanks to Saudi Arabia. The arms deals are part of a newly signed Strategic Defense Agreement between Washington and Riyadh. The White House described the pact as a win for the America First agenda. The statement said the agreement makes it easier for US defense companies to operate in Saudi Arabia, secures new burden-sharing funds from the kingdom to offset US costs, an

Both the House and Senate Armed Services Committees passed multiple provisions supporting Pentagon biotechnology programs during markups of the fiscal 2026 defense policy bill. The measures aim to streamline procurement of biologically derived materials ranging from medical treatments to explosives. The House Armed Services Committee approved at least eight significant biotech provisions on Tuesday. These items cover streamlined acquisition, bio-wargames, infrastructure expan

Defense contractor Epirus announced today it has delivered counter-drone technology to a Navy warfare center. The system builds on demonstrations the company conducted last year with its Leonidas Expeditionary platform. The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren in Virginia received the Expeditionary Directed Energy Counter-Swarm prototype. Epirus developed ExDECS through a contract with the Office of Naval Research. The system uses high-power microwave technology to defend ag

Stewart Coulter runs technology strategy at FAST Labs, the research arm of BAE Systems Electronic Systems. He focuses on moving new defense solutions from laboratory concepts into actual production systems. Coulter came to BAE Systems after working at DEKA, a small research firm where he developed medical and robotics projects. He holds more than 25 patents covering robotic, prosthetic, and energy innovations. His education includes mechanical engineering degrees from Stanfor

Lockheed Martin signed a cooperation agreement with German defense manufacturer Diehl Defence on Tuesday. The two companies plan to merge their maritime air defense technologies for naval vessels. The partnership was formalized at the Berlin Security Conference through a Memorandum of Understanding. Diehl brings its IRIS-T guided missile systems and ground-based air defense capabilities. Lockheed contributes its Aegis Weapon System and MK41 Vertical Launch System. As reported