Hello, Guest!

Author: Kristen Smith (Kristen Smith)

Post

US, Allies Issue Guidance on Securing Agentic AI Systems

The National Security Agency and allied cybersecurity agencies have released new guidance outlining how government and critical infrastructure organizations should securely adopt agentic artificial intelligence systems. The cybersecurity information sheet, titled “Careful Adoption of Agentic AI Services,” provides a framework for managing risks tied to AI systems capable of autonomous decision-making and action. It was...

Post

CGI Unveils Sovereign AI Platform in Finland for Secure Enterprise, Government Use

CGI has introduced a high-security sovereign artificial intelligence platform in Finland designed to support enterprise and public sector organizations that require strict data protection and compliance. The platform is deployed in a data center and is aligned with KATAKRI, the country’s national security auditing criteria, enabling organizations to develop and operate AI applications within a...

Post

Thales to Supply Radios, Set Up Local Production for Malaysia Defense Programs

Thales has unveiled a series of programs to expand the Malaysian Armed Forces’ tactical communications capabilities. The initiatives, announced at Defence Services Asia & NATSEC Asia 2026, support Malaysia’s defense modernization efforts and align with the country’s push to strengthen domestic industrial capacity, the company said Thursday. What Capabilities Is Thales Delivering? Thales will supply...

Post

Australia Invests Up to $5B to Strengthen Counter-Drone Capabilities

Australia is expanding its counter-drone capabilities, committing up to $5 billion over the next decade to strengthen sovereign defense systems and respond to evolving battlefield threats. The Albanese government said Tuesday the investment will fund the development and deployment of advanced counter-unmanned aerial system technologies for the Australian Defence Force, building on priorities outlined in...

Elie Tabchouri. Vantor has appointed the former Google executive as EVP & GM of its international government business.
Post

Vantor Taps Former Google Exec Elie Tabchouri to Scale Global Government Business

Vantor has appointed former Google executive Elie Tabchouri as executive vice president and general manager of its international government business, signaling a push to expand sovereign geospatial intelligence offerings across allied markets. Tabchouri will lead growth efforts outside the U.S., focusing on Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and Latin America, Vantor said Wednesday. Why Is...

Post

US, Indonesia Launch Major Defense Cooperation Partnership

The United States and Indonesia have established a major defense cooperation partnership to expand bilateral military collaboration and support regional stability in the Indo-Pacific. What Areas Does the Partnership Cover? Announced by U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, a two-time Wash100 Award recipient, and Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin on Monday, the framework is structured...

Post

UK Unveils $67M Plymouth Defense Investment to Boost Maritime Autonomy, Jobs

The U.K. Ministry of Defence has launched a $67 million defense investment in Plymouth and the South West, aimed at expanding maritime autonomy capabilities, supporting defense businesses and creating skilled jobs in the region. The investment is intended to strengthen the U.K.’s industrial base while accelerating the development and deployment of autonomous maritime systems, including...

Post

Israel Expands Arrow Production to Support Wartime Readiness

Israel’s Ministry of Defense has approved a plan to significantly accelerate production of Arrow interceptors as the country expands defense manufacturing capacity amid a prolonged multi-front conflict. The decision, cleared by the Ministerial Committee for Procurement, enables Israel Aerospace Industries to increase both production rates and stockpiles of the Arrow system to sustain operational readiness...

Post

CAE Deploys Prodigy Image Generator on German, Austrian Military Simulators

CAE has deployed its Prodigy image generator on military flight simulators for the German and Austrian armed forces. The company said Tuesday the system has been accepted for use on CH-53GS helicopter simulators in Germany and on a Eurofighter training device in Austria. What Capabilities Does CAE Prodigy Deliver? CAE Prodigy is designed to bridge...

Post

Scottish Satellites Launch on SpaceX Mission to Demonstrate In-Orbit Manufacturing, Laser Comms

Three satellites built by Scottish space companies have launched aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-16 rideshare mission, marking a key step in the United Kingdom’s push to lead next-generation satellite communications, including through laser-based data links and scalable in-orbit small satellite manufacturing. The space assets, developed by Glasgow-based Spire Global and AAC Clyde Space, are backed by UK...

;