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Explore the world of weapons that are shaping the future of defense.

From hypersonic missiles and directed energy systems to smart munitions, we bring you groundbreaking advancements in weaponry, showcasing how these innovations are elevating precision, power, and efficiency.

US Navy Declares IOC for Next-Gen Jammer Mid-Band

A US Navy E/A-18G Growler electronic attack aircraft

The US Navy has declared initial operational capability for the Next-Generation Jammer Mid-Band system, taking a major step in providing the E/A-18 Growler an edge in electromagnetic spectrum warfare.

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January 8, 2025

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Kratos Clinches $1.45B Deal to Provide US Hypersonic Testbed

Hypersonic defense being developed by the US

Kratos has secured its largest-ever deal from the Pentagon to provide a Multi-Service Advanced Capability Hypersonic Test Bed 2.0.

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January 8, 2025

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UK Army Tests ‘Drone Killer’ Radiowave Weapon That Costs Just $12 Per Shot

The Radio Frequency Directed Energy Weapon

The British Army has tested a new radiowave weapon capable of taking down drone swarms “for less than the cost of a pack of mince pies.”

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December 23, 2024

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L3Harris Demos Real-Time Electronic Warfare Technology

L3Harris tested its Distributed Spectrum Collaboration and Operations (DiSCO)

L3Harris has demonstrated its Distributed Spectrum Collaboration and Operations capability, which connects multiple electronic warfare systems across a distributed network for real-time threat detection and response.

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December 19, 2024

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Leonardo UK to Provide Missile-Luring EW Decoys for US F-35s

BriteCloud 218 miniaturized decoy flying alongside an F-16 fighter

The US Navy has awarded Leonardo UK a $33-million contract to supply its BriteCloud 218 Active Expendable Decoys for the F-35 Lightning II fighter aircraft.

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December 16, 2024

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MBDA, Leonardo to Develop Laser-Based Counter-Drone System

The UK's DragonFire laser directed energy weapon engages aerial targets.

MBDA Italia and Leonardo have signed a memorandum of understanding for the co-development of a laser-based counter-drone system for the Italian Navy.

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December 13, 2024

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UK’s Wolfhound-Mounted Laser Weapon Roasts Dozens of Drones in Test

The British Army's Wolfhound-mounted laser weapon during a recent trial

The British Army has successfully demonstrated the capability of its new high-energy laser weapon to neutralize multiple drone threats during a live-fire trial.