The British Army tested a new radio frequency directed energy weapon against drone swarms. The weapon achieved key milestones, including taking down two drone swarms in a single engagement and defeating over 100 drones across all exercises. The large-scale trial conducted on Thursday at a weapons range in West Wales marks the Army’s biggest exercise...
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ST Engineering Names New Group COO, Public Security President
At GovConExec, we dive headfirst into the world of government contracts, featuring influential executives who run successful corporations and providing in-depth analysis on acquisitions, innovation, technology, and more. While our focus is on uncovering the dynamics of the contracting landscape, we recognize the importance of exposing companies to the broader world of money technology. A...
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IonQ, Intellian Partner to Explore Quantum-Secure Satellite Communications in South Korea
American quantum computing hardware and software company IonQ has signed a memorandum of understanding with South Korean manufacturer Intellian Technologies to explore how quantum networking can enhance the security of satellite communications. IonQ said the agreement aligns with its ongoing efforts to support Seoul’s quantum economy through partnerships across government, academia and industry. According to...
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Emergent Swarm Solutions, Saluqi Motors to Receive GA-ASI Investment
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. is set to invest in Emergent Swarm Solutions and Saluqi Motors, two companies that pitched their innovative concepts at the inaugural Blue Magic Netherlands event. GA-ASI designed the event to foster innovation in the Netherlands’ industrial ecosystem. Emergent, .a robotics engineering firm focused on producing software for autonomous flight and...
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Hanwha-WB Group Forms JV to Produce Missiles for Multiple Rocket Launcher
South Korean defense company Hanwha Aerospace and Polish electronics and aeronautics manufacturer WB Group have established a Poland-based joint venture to produce CGR-080 missiles for the Chunmoo multiple rocket launch system. The Chunmoo launcher vehicle is equipped with a carrier capable of carrying up to six 239 mm guided missiles. Each guided missile has a...
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Rocket Lab Secures Spot in UK Hypersonic Contract Vehicle
The U.K. Ministry of Defence has included Rocket Lab USA in its Hypersonic Technologies and Capability Development Framework, or HTCDF. The move allows the Long Beach, California-based company to bid for contracts and task orders in the program valued at $1.3 billion. Rocket Lab said it plans to seek projects that will deploy its launch...
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Space Threat Information Provider Expands Monitoring Capabilities With UK Hub
The Colorado-based nonprofit Space Information Sharing and Analysis Center has expanded its space threat monitoring capabilities with the launch of its UK Global Hub. Space ISAC Executive Director Erin Miller said the UK Global Hub “reinforces our commitment to protecting space assets worldwide and ensures that our members benefit from real-time information sharing, no matter...
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Australia Advances Quantum Timing Tech to Counter GPS Threats
The Australian Department of Defence said its latest quantum research project aims to enhance secure timing technologies for military operations. The project — a collaboration between the Defence Science and Technology Group, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, the Australian National University, and the University of Western Australia — focuses on developing a new...
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Australia Launches Research on Ground-Satellite Quantum Link
Australia has unveiled a collaborative research project focusing on an optical ground-to-satellite quantum link. The Department of Defence said the Australian Army would fund the technology demonstration. Tanya Monro, head of the Defence Science and Technology Group, said the collaboration, which involves DSTG, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, and two universities, contributes to Australia’s...
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Australia Unveils New Supercomputer for AI Use in Defense
The Australian Department of Defence’s latest secure supercomputer has achieved final operational capability status, which enhances opportunities for its artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. A result of a project led by the Defence Science and Technology Group, the high performance computing capability allows users to support complex decision-making while enhancing the local defense sector...