The Australian, United Kingdom and United States navies tested the ability of uncrewed and remotely operated underwater vehicles to protect critical undersea infrastructure during Talisman Sabre 25 in Australia, a milestone in AUKUS cooperation. The British Royal Navy said the exercise marked the first time a trilateral battlestaff directed seabed warfare operations from a ship...
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NSA, Allied Partners Detail China-Backed Cyberattacks on Critical Networks
The National Security Agency and several other U.S. and foreign organizations have released a joint cybersecurity advisory, or CSA, warning of China-backed advanced persistent threat actors targeting critical sectors, including government, telecommunications and military infrastructure. The advisory aims to inform organizations worldwide about campaigns to gain long-term access to critical networks. Its other authoring agencies...
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US, Japan, South Korea Step Up Fight Against North Korean IT Fraud Network
The United States, Japan and South Korea, in partnership with cybersecurity firm Mandiant, co-hosted a forum in Tokyo on Tuesday to bolster defenses against deceptive remote IT worker schemes from North Korea that threaten businesses globally. Join the Potomac Officers Club’s 2025 Homeland Security Summit to gain insights into the most pressing threats facing the country and...
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Lockheed Martin Partners With Korea Zinc for Defense Tech Mineral Supply
Korea Zinc and Lockheed Martin have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation in the critical minerals supply chain, focusing on germanium. The deal comes amid ongoing economic security discussions between South Korea and the United States aimed at reducing reliance on China. Under the agreement, Korea Zinc will supply germanium smelted from its...
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Thyssenkrupp, Hanwa Qualify as Canadian Submarine Project Suppliers
German firm thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and South Korean company Hanwha Ocean have been selected as qualified suppliers for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project. The Canadian government announced the decision after a thorough review of the project requirements, which included timelines for shipbuilding and submarine fleet delivery. The evaluation also considered insights from collaboration with allied...
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BAE Systems Virtual Trainer to Enhance Canadian Army Mission Planning, Training
BAE Systems Inc. subsidiary Bohemia Interactive Simulations has secured a five-year enterprise license contract to deliver the Digital Virtual Trainer for the Canadian Department of National Defence. The contract provides the armed forces with an immersive, flexible and highly scalable synthetic training platform to ensure the Canadian Army’s combat readiness. The DVT allows the Army...
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Cerberus, HD Hyundai Launch Investment Strategy to Boost US Shipbuilding
Cerberus Capital Management and HD Hyundai have formed a strategic partnership to launch Cerberus Maritime, an initiative to support U.S. shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure. Cerberus Maritime will draw on HD Hyundai’s shipbuilding and digital maritime expertise to strengthen infrastructure, modernize ports and support U.S. shipyard development. Join government and industry leaders at the Potomac Officers...
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L3Harris Technologies Rolls Out Sensor Systems Production in Poland
L3Harris Technologies has commenced production of its electro-optical/infrared sensor systems for the European market at its new facility in Katowice, Poland. The 2,000-square-meter plant will produce EMX-Series EO/IR sensors designed for both crewed and autonomous platforms used in intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and targeting missions. The facility’s tooling enables the delivery of the EMX-Series of EO/IR...
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CACI Secures Two Contracts to Support Canada C-UAS Program
CACI International has secured two contracts with the Canadian Armed Forces to provide services in support of the Counter Uncrewed Aircraft System Urgent Operational Requirement, an initiative aimed at equipping Canadian warfighters with the technologies needed to protect national security. Under the deals, CACI will work on the second phase of the C-UAS UOR, delivering...
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US, Saudi Arabia Expand Defense Ties Through National Guard Partnership
Saudi Arabia has joined the U.S. Department of Defense’s State Partnership Program, marking a new phase in the two countries’ bilateral defense cooperation. The signing ceremony, held in Riyadh on Thursday, brought together Air Force Gen. Steve Nordhaus, chief of the National Guard Bureau; Gen. Fayyad Al-Ruwaili, Saudi Arabia’s chief of general staff; Maj. Gen....