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King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard join Spotify exodus over arms industry link

King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard criticized Spotify's CEO for investing in military technology, prompting their withdrawal of music from the platform. They made a statement saying, 'Fuck Spotify.'

Music

See the world's first drone aircraft carriers

China launched the world's largest amphibious assault ship, potentially the first purpose-built drone carrier, heralding a major shift in naval warfare.

Artificial intelligence

Uncrewed warships are simple answers to big US Navy problems, says a defense tech company that's building them

fromSFGATE

4 days ago

Privacy professionals

Bay Area engineer stole nuclear missile secrets, sought to aid China

US politics

China is the Pentagon's top challenge. Here's what the Army says it's doing about it.

Gadgets

See the world's first drone aircraft carriers

China launched the world's largest amphibious assault ship, potentially the first purpose-built drone carrier, heralding a major shift in naval warfare.

Artificial intelligence

Uncrewed warships are simple answers to big US Navy problems, says a defense tech company that's building them

fromSFGATE

4 days ago

Privacy professionals

Bay Area engineer stole nuclear missile secrets, sought to aid China

US politics

China is the Pentagon's top challenge. Here's what the Army says it's doing about it.

31 of the top defense tech venture capitalists to know

The defense tech startup industry is experiencing a surge in funding, driven by geopolitical tensions and investor optimism.

fromTNW | Data-Security

How NATO is turning to startups to outpace its rivals

NATO is leveraging startups and technology for modern defense innovations through the DIANA initiative.

Startup companies

VC firm Overlap brings on Pentagon alum to advise defense tech startups on working with the government

Startup companies

Two-year-old defense tech Mach Industries confirms $100M raise led by Khosla, Bedrock | TechCrunch

Venture

I went to the 'save America' conference in Detroit, where patriotic founders vied for VC dollars

5 days ago

Tech industry

Anduril alums raise $24M Series A to bring military logistics out of the Excel spreadsheet era | TechCrunch

London startup

31 of the top defense tech venture capitalists to know

The defense tech startup industry is experiencing a surge in funding, driven by geopolitical tensions and investor optimism.

fromTNW | Data-Security

How NATO is turning to startups to outpace its rivals

NATO is leveraging startups and technology for modern defense innovations through the DIANA initiative.

Startup companies

VC firm Overlap brings on Pentagon alum to advise defense tech startups on working with the government

Startup companies

Two-year-old defense tech Mach Industries confirms $100M raise led by Khosla, Bedrock | TechCrunch

Venture

I went to the 'save America' conference in Detroit, where patriotic founders vied for VC dollars

5 days ago

Tech industry

Anduril alums raise $24M Series A to bring military logistics out of the Excel spreadsheet era | TechCrunch

Trump Accuses China of Stealing Designs for Most Beautiful Fighter Jet in the World'

Trump claims China has copied the F-22 design while previewing a new U.S. jet, amidst escalating military rivalry.

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These Old Weapons Are Still Used in America Today

The U.S. military excels in technology and training, maintaining a competitive edge through significant investment in defense innovation.

Europe news

Western arms makers can now live-test their prototype weapons on the battlefield against Russia's forces

Apple

fromwww.mediaite.com

Trump Accuses China of Stealing Designs for Most Beautiful Fighter Jet in the World'

Trump claims China has copied the F-22 design while previewing a new U.S. jet, amidst escalating military rivalry.

Miscellaneous

These Old Weapons Are Still Used in America Today

The U.S. military excels in technology and training, maintaining a competitive edge through significant investment in defense innovation.

Europe news

Western arms makers can now live-test their prototype weapons on the battlefield against Russia's forces

This killer drone is designed to be thrown like a football

Xdown is developing a unique kamikaze drone, the P.S. Killer, for rapid deployment and autonomous targeting.

Russo-Ukrainian War

If drone companies don't have their kit on the frontline in Ukraine they 'might as well give up,' says UK minister

US news

Even 4.5 Miles Away, This Military Gun Never Misses Its Targets

Artificial intelligence

Top secret US spy drone gets deadly laser that MELTS missiles mid-air

European startups

Spotify's Daniel Ek just bet bigger on Helsing, Europe's defense tech darling | TechCrunch

fromThe Cipher Brief

Tech industry

The Neoprime Club: Silicon Valley and The Rise of Defense Disruptors

NYC startup

fromFast Company

This killer drone is designed to be thrown like a football

Xdown is developing a unique kamikaze drone, the P.S. Killer, for rapid deployment and autonomous targeting.

Russo-Ukrainian War

If drone companies don't have their kit on the frontline in Ukraine they 'might as well give up,' says UK minister

US news

Even 4.5 Miles Away, This Military Gun Never Misses Its Targets

Artificial intelligence

Top secret US spy drone gets deadly laser that MELTS missiles mid-air

European startups

Spotify's Daniel Ek just bet bigger on Helsing, Europe's defense tech darling | TechCrunch

fromThe Cipher Brief

Tech industry

The Neoprime Club: Silicon Valley and The Rise of Defense Disruptors

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What Trump's Iron Dome demands

Trump's missile defense vision aligns with increasing sensor needs to detect newer threats from adversaries.

Tech industry

1 Sure-Fire Winner From Trump's "Golden Dome" Proposal

Trump proposes a "Golden Dome" missile defense to enhance U.S. security against various missile threats, inspired by Israel's Iron Dome.

Artificial intelligence

Web Summit attendees aren't buying Scale AI CEO's push for America 'to win the AI war' | TechCrunch

Alexandr Wang emphasizes the critical importance of AI for national security, framing it as a race between the U.S. and China.

US news

China's REE restrictions will affect US military readiness

The trade war is jeopardizing US military readiness by creating supply chain vulnerabilities in rare earth elements essential for defense technologies.

fromwww.nytimes.com

The Former C.I.A. Officer Capitalizing On Europe's Military Spending Boom

Eric Slesinger leverages CIA experience to invest in booming European defense technology sector.

US politics

Defense tech firm BlueHalo's CEO sees an opportunity for Trump's 'Golden Dome' project to be more than a missile shield

fromAxios

What Trump's Iron Dome demands

Trump's missile defense vision aligns with increasing sensor needs to detect newer threats from adversaries.

Tech industry

1 Sure-Fire Winner From Trump's "Golden Dome" Proposal

Trump proposes a "Golden Dome" missile defense to enhance U.S. security against various missile threats, inspired by Israel's Iron Dome.

Artificial intelligence

Web Summit attendees aren't buying Scale AI CEO's push for America 'to win the AI war' | TechCrunch

Alexandr Wang emphasizes the critical importance of AI for national security, framing it as a race between the U.S. and China.

US news

China's REE restrictions will affect US military readiness

The trade war is jeopardizing US military readiness by creating supply chain vulnerabilities in rare earth elements essential for defense technologies.

fromwww.nytimes.com

The Former C.I.A. Officer Capitalizing On Europe's Military Spending Boom

Eric Slesinger leverages CIA experience to invest in booming European defense technology sector.

US politics

Defense tech firm BlueHalo's CEO sees an opportunity for Trump's 'Golden Dome' project to be more than a missile shield

more#national-security

#innovation

Startup companies

SecFund is now live; here's how Dutch startups, scale-ups and SMEs developing dual-use tech can apply - Silicon Canals

European startups

US-based General Atomics invests in these two Dutch startups

Venture

This tech CEO quit to redesign the 155mm shell - and upend how the West buys its weapons

Startup companies

SecFund is now live; here's how Dutch startups, scale-ups and SMEs developing dual-use tech can apply - Silicon Canals

European startups

US-based General Atomics invests in these two Dutch startups

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Venture

This tech CEO quit to redesign the 155mm shell - and upend how the West buys its weapons

more#innovation

#nato

Europe politics

Europe and Canada are eyeing alternatives to American-made fighter jets. Here's why

European startups

Swarms of military drones will be part of NATO's arsenal soon if this country gets its way

fromTNW | Deep-Tech

European startups

ARX Robotics rides defence tech wave with 31M for battlefield robots

Retirement

The U.S. Has 1,790 Fighter Jets, Outnumbering All Other NATO Nations Combined

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Venture

European VC breaks taboo by investing in pure defense tech from Ukraine's war zones | TechCrunch

Europe politics

Europe and Canada are eyeing alternatives to American-made fighter jets. Here's why

European startups

Swarms of military drones will be part of NATO's arsenal soon if this country gets its way

fromTNW | Deep-Tech

European startups

ARX Robotics rides defence tech wave with 31M for battlefield robots

Retirement

The U.S. Has 1,790 Fighter Jets, Outnumbering All Other NATO Nations Combined

Venture

European VC breaks taboo by investing in pure defense tech from Ukraine's war zones | TechCrunch

more#nato

fromSecuritymagazine

Dr. Joye Purser: Safeguard Against Shifting Risks

I realized that my knowledge and skills could help drive efficient operations as well as technical eminence, ultimately safeguarding the freedoms we hold dear.

US politics

#funding

Startup companies

This SpaceX alumni-founded startup raised $10 million in 36 hours

3 weeks ago

Venture

Sweden's Nordic Air Defence secures 2.5M to accelerate Europe's drone defence revolution - Silicon Canals

Startup companies

This SpaceX alumni-founded startup raised $10 million in 36 hours

fromwww.independent.co.uk

3 weeks ago

Venture

Sweden's Nordic Air Defence secures 2.5M to accelerate Europe's drone defence revolution - Silicon Canals

more#funding

Hackathon teams race to solve defense tech challenges as Europe boosts military capabilities

"Given the geopolitical climate, defense tech is relevant now more than ever, said Aniketh Ramesh, a startup founder..."

European startups

Trump trade deal shows how vital China's rare-earth metals are to US defense firms

The draft trade agreement with China seeks to secure rare-earth metal supplies crucial for U.S. military production amidst ongoing trade tensions.

#silicon-valley

Silicon Valley drone defense startup Shield AI lands $5.3 billion valuation

Shield AI raises $240 million, reaching a $5.3 billion valuation, underscoring investor interest in autonomous drones and national security technology.

Meta's push into defense tech reflects cultural shift, CTO says

Silicon Valley is increasingly open to collaborating with the US military, reflecting a resurgence of patriotic sentiment in tech.

Silicon Valley

Meta's tech chief says it's time for Silicon Valley to embrace the military again

Silicon Valley drone defense startup Shield AI lands $5.3 billion valuation

Shield AI raises $240 million, reaching a $5.3 billion valuation, underscoring investor interest in autonomous drones and national security technology.

Meta's push into defense tech reflects cultural shift, CTO says

Silicon Valley is increasingly open to collaborating with the US military, reflecting a resurgence of patriotic sentiment in tech.

Meta's tech chief says it's time for Silicon Valley to embrace the military again

Meta partners with Anduril for military tech, signaling a shift back toward strong ties between Silicon Valley and defense applications.

ATMOS and ARX Robotics forge 'Space Defence Alliance' to build the world's first Orbit-to-Ground Deployment Platform - Silicon Canals

ATMOS Space Cargo partners with ARX Robotics to enhance European logistics for disaster relief and defense using autonomous systems and orbital re-entry technology.

European startups

Estonia's Lendurai raises 5.5M in Seed funding

ATMOS and ARX Robotics forge 'Space Defence Alliance' to build the world's first Orbit-to-Ground Deployment Platform - Silicon Canals

ATMOS Space Cargo partners with ARX Robotics to enhance European logistics for disaster relief and defense using autonomous systems and orbital re-entry technology.

European startups

Estonia's Lendurai raises 5.5M in Seed funding

more#autonomous-systems

Marketing tech

Alternative transportation

Mark Zuckerberg and Palmer Luckey end their beef and partner to build extended reality tech for the US military

Meta and Anduril have partnered to create advanced military technology, signaling Big Tech's growing involvement in defense.

See the 2 anti-drone missiles the US Navy is using to defend aircraft carriers

The US Navy is deploying UAV interceptors to defend aircraft carriers against drones, addressing cost-efficiency in defense.

Shield AI raises $240 million at a $5.3 billion valuation to commercialize its AI drone tech | TechCrunch

Shield AI raised $240 million, reaching a valuation of $5.3 billion, making it the second-largest U.S. defense tech startup.

The UK just took down a swarm of drones with a 13-cent-a-shot energy weapon

The UK deployed a radiowave-based weapon to successfully shoot down a drone swarm, marking a significant advancement in military technology.

British Army harnesses radio waves to fry drone swarms

British soldiers have effectively used a radio-wave weapon to disable drones, marking a significant advancement in aerial defense capabilities.

Marketing tech

The reign of the Reaper drone may be coming to an end

DevOps

The US Marine Corps is trying to figure out how to sort out friendly and enemy drones in battle

Tech industry

Even After Losing Sales, This Defense Contractor Sells Over $20 Billion in Arms More Than Its Closest Competitor

Shield AI raises $240 million at a $5.3 billion valuation to commercialize its AI drone tech | TechCrunch

Shield AI raised $240 million, reaching a valuation of $5.3 billion, making it the second-largest U.S. defense tech startup.

The UK just took down a swarm of drones with a 13-cent-a-shot energy weapon

The UK deployed a radiowave-based weapon to successfully shoot down a drone swarm, marking a significant advancement in military technology.

British Army harnesses radio waves to fry drone swarms

British soldiers have effectively used a radio-wave weapon to disable drones, marking a significant advancement in aerial defense capabilities.

Marketing tech

The reign of the Reaper drone may be coming to an end

DevOps

The US Marine Corps is trying to figure out how to sort out friendly and enemy drones in battle

Tech industry

Even After Losing Sales, This Defense Contractor Sells Over $20 Billion in Arms More Than Its Closest Competitor

more#drones

#trump-administration

Washington DC

Trump's Iron Dome for America system is now reportedly called Golden Dome

The Iron Dome for America initiative has been renamed the Golden Dome for America, focusing on missile defense capabilities.

Space Force develops plans for a space-based missile defense system.

fromNew York Post

Trump praises crowd of cheering soldiers at biggest US military base in the Middle East, vows 'substantial pay raises'

Trump celebrates strong US-Qatar military relations and a $42 billion defense deal during his Middle East visit.

Washington DC

Trump's Iron Dome for America system is now reportedly called Golden Dome

The Iron Dome for America initiative has been renamed the Golden Dome for America, focusing on missile defense capabilities.

Space Force develops plans for a space-based missile defense system.

fromNew York Post

more#trump-administration

Trump praises crowd of cheering soldiers at biggest US military base in the Middle East, vows 'substantial pay raises'

Trump celebrates strong US-Qatar military relations and a $42 billion defense deal during his Middle East visit.

#startup-innovation

European startups

Vertical Aerospace has a plan to capitalize on Europe's defense tech moment | TechCrunch

Startup companies

How this Ukrainian walkie-talkie maker caught the attention of the US military

European startups

Vertical Aerospace has a plan to capitalize on Europe's defense tech moment | TechCrunch

fromApp Developer Magazine

Startup companies

How this Ukrainian walkie-talkie maker caught the attention of the US military

more#startup-innovation

Quantum tech solves GPS denial | App Developer Magazine

In real-world trials, Q-CTRL's quantum-assured navigation system demonstrated a 50x better performance in GPS-free navigation compared to conventional systems, marking a significant breakthrough.

Marketing tech

Founder's Fund's new $4.6B fund indicates an era of big VC spending | TechCrunch

Founder's Fund raised $3.4 billion for its third growth fund, indicating strong market confidence and oversubscription from investors.

6 months ago

Defense startup Epirus in talks to raise over $150M, potentially cutting valuation | TechCrunch

Epirus is raising $150-$200 million, potentially lowering its valuation to $1 billion from $1.35 billion in a funding round led by 8VC.

European startups

This American VC is betting on European defense tech; that's still very unusual | TechCrunch

European startups

Final Frontier launches 4.5M fund backed by former Danish PM

Founder's Fund's new $4.6B fund indicates an era of big VC spending | TechCrunch

Founder's Fund raised $3.4 billion for its third growth fund, indicating strong market confidence and oversubscription from investors.

6 months ago

Defense startup Epirus in talks to raise over $150M, potentially cutting valuation | TechCrunch

Epirus is raising $150-$200 million, potentially lowering its valuation to $1 billion from $1.35 billion in a funding round led by 8VC.

European startups

This American VC is betting on European defense tech; that's still very unusual | TechCrunch

European startups

Final Frontier launches 4.5M fund backed by former Danish PM

Palantir CEO Alex Karp touts 'warrior culture' as company boosts annual revenue outlook

Palantir's growth is fueled by a supportive cultural shift towards defense technology and strong AI sales.

Rising star defense tech startup Mach Industries is raising $100 million, sources say | TechCrunch

Mach Industries is closing in on a $100 million financing round to fund its defense tech innovations.

Co-founded by 21-year-old Ethan Thornton, Mach aims to revolutionize military vehicles and weaponry with new technologies.

Exclusive: Mach Industries, founded by 21-year-old Ethan Thornton, lands U.S. Army contract, builds weapons factory

Mach Industries, led by young entrepreneur Ethan Thornton, has secured a U.S. Army contract for drone technology and plans to build a decentralized factory.

Miscellaneous

Palmer Luckey says his entire career has led to this moment - scoring a $22 billion US Army contract for high-tech goggles

Russo-Ukrainian War

US Army to launch precision strike missile as Trump warns of WWIII

Artificial intelligence

The tank isn't dead, US Army secretary says, but it might have to wait before charging into battle

fromtechcrunch.com

Exclusive: Mach Industries, founded by 21-year-old Ethan Thornton, lands U.S. Army contract, builds weapons factory

Mach Industries, led by young entrepreneur Ethan Thornton, has secured a U.S. Army contract for drone technology and plans to build a decentralized factory.

Miscellaneous

Palmer Luckey says his entire career has led to this moment - scoring a $22 billion US Army contract for high-tech goggles

Russo-Ukrainian War

US Army to launch precision strike missile as Trump warns of WWIII

Artificial intelligence

The tank isn't dead, US Army secretary says, but it might have to wait before charging into battle

Elon Musk's SpaceX is frontrunner to build Trump's 'Golden Dome' missile shield: sources

SpaceX, Palantir, and Anduril are frontrunners for Trump's missile defense initiative amid evolving defense strategies.

OMG science

fromFuturism

Former NASA Astronaut Says Elon Musk Has No Idea What He's Talking About

Elon Musk aims for a crewed Mars mission by 2029 or 2031, but experts suggest it will take much longer.

fromNew York Post

Elon Musk's SpaceX is frontrunner to build Trump's 'Golden Dome' missile shield: sources

SpaceX, Palantir, and Anduril are frontrunners for Trump's missile defense initiative amid evolving defense strategies.

OMG science

fromFuturism

Former NASA Astronaut Says Elon Musk Has No Idea What He's Talking About

Elon Musk aims for a crewed Mars mission by 2029 or 2031, but experts suggest it will take much longer.

more#spacex

fromwww.dw.com

Will Ukraine's Neptune long-range missile make a difference? DW 03/21/2025

"It is a new Ukrainian rocket, very precise. It has a range of 1,000 kilometers [620 miles]. Many thanks to our Ukrainian developers, manufacturers and our military," he wrote on Telegram.

UK news

Artificial intelligence

fromFuturism

Pentagon Signs Deal to "Deploy AI Agents for Military Use"

The Pentagon's partnership with Scale AI under 'Thunderforge' aims to enhance military operations using AI technology.

NYC startup

fromEntrepreneur

'Don't Work at Anduril' Recruitment Campaign Goes Viral | Entrepreneur

Anduril Industries uses unconventional advertising to recruit tech talent for their defense contracts, emphasizing their distinct company culture.

Defense tech startup Epirus raises $250M Series D to counter drone swarms | TechCrunch

Epirus raised $250 million in Series D funding to strengthen its anti-drone technology and expand its market presence.

Three years on, Europe looks to Ukraine for the future of defense tech | TechCrunch

Ukraine is innovating in defense technology amidst war, but Europe must increase military investment to ensure its sovereignty.

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