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Nokia, Leonardo Partner to Develop Private Wireless Networks for Critical Operations
Nokia has partnered with Leonardo to develop a global private wireless solution for public safety and critical infrastructure applications. The collaboration will integrate Leonardo’s MC_linX platform into Nokia’s enterprise solutions to enable faster emergency response and safer operations across sectors such as energy and transportation. According to Nokia, the 3GPP-compliant MC_linX platform supports push-to-talk, video...
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Thales, Proximus to Modernize NATO Communications Agency’s Business Network
French defense company Thales said its partnership with Proximus of Belgium has secured a contract to modernize the NATO Communications and Information Agency’s business network. Under the deal, the two companies will operate and manage a cloud-based infrastructure to enhance the security and efficiency of IT services across NCIA’s five campuses. According to Belgian media,...
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NATO’s New S&T Strategy Seeks Defense Boost Amid Global Instability
NATO’s defense leaders have endorsed a new Science and Technology Strategy document highlighting the importance of funding S&T endeavors amid growing global instability. Join the conversation as the Potomac Officers Club’s 2025 GovCon International Summit on Oct. 16 explores how international partnerships, coalition warfare and cutting-edge technologies are transforming the defense arena. Registration starts today....
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Saab Tests Helsing’s AI Agent in Gripen E Fighter Jet
Saab and German startup Helsing have completed the first three test flights of its Gripen E fighter jet with Helsing’s artificial intelligence agent Centaur. The trials are part of Saab’s Project Beyond and mark a significant step toward integrating AI in air combat. The three flights, conducted between May 28 and June 3, examined the...
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Canada Unveils Plan to Diversify, Develop Defense Sector Relations Amid Armed Forces Modernization
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Minister of National Defence David McGuinty have unveiled a $2 billion allocation to diversify the country’s defense sector partnerships as part of efforts to modernize the Canadian Armed Forces. A $2.1 billion budget will also be set aside to support the local defense sector in laying the nation’s Defense...
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NATO Calls for Increased Lethality, Greater Defense Spending Amid Russian Aggression
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has highlighted the military alliance’s need to become stronger and more effective amid waning support from the United States and an increasing threat from Russia. “There is no longer East or West – there is just NATO,” Rutte said in a speech at Chatham House on Monday. “It is vital that...
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Infleqtion Secures UK Grant to Boost UK Quantum Computing
Infleqtion has received a $2.7 million grant from the U.K. government to enhance the performance of its neutral atom quantum computing platform, Sqale. The 12-month project, called SQALE2, also aims to increase the speed of quantum gate operations at the National Quantum Computing Centre in Oxfordshire by up to a hundredfold. The company said the...
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UK Taps GA-ASI to Sustain Royal Air Force’s Protector Drone Fleet
The U.K. Ministry of Defence has awarded General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. a contract to support and sustain the Royal Air Force’s Protector RG Mk1 drone fleet. The agreement, known as the U.K. Protector Availability and Support Solution, covers the remotely piloted aircraft, ground control stations and synthetic training systems. According to GA-ASI, the U.K....
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New Zealand Eyes Japan as Space Partner, Defense Chief Says
New Zealand and Japan could collaborate on a bilateral space satellite while plans are firmed up for the two countries to join the Pillar II advanced capabilities program of the AUKUS alliance. New Zealand Minister of Defence Judith Collins told reporters on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue that technological expertise in space and drones is among...