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AV Announces Halo_Shield, Comprehensive Tile-Based C-UAS Solution – Drones World Magazine
AeroVironment (AV) unveiled Halo_Shield, a modular, tile-based C-UAS solution designed for comprehensive defense against drones, swarms, and subsonic cruise missiles. The system utilizes a distributed architecture with specialized 'tiles' (Sentinel, Terrestrial, Nautical, Aerial, Celestial) and integrates with existing command-and-control systems. AV is already demonstrating and deploying Halo_Shield at critical sites.
Scout AI Raises $100M Series A to Build the AI Brain for Unmanned Warfare – Drones World Magazine
Scout AI secured $100 million in Series A funding to accelerate development of 'Fury,' an AI foundation model for unmanned warfare. The company has already demonstrated a fully autonomous strike mission and secured $11 million in contracts with the Department of War. Fury aims to provide one-to-many autonomy, orchestrating coordinated action across air, land, sea, and space domains.
Exclusive: Heaviside Emerges from Stealth with $28M Series A
Heaviside, a munitions startup, has emerged from stealth with $28M in Series A funding to develop affordable, high-precision autonomous munitions. Their technology is currently undergoing testing with US and NATO special forces and conventional units. The company aims to address the US military's munitions shortfall and production bottlenecks.
Clearing the Skies: How China’s Capital is Paving the Way for a £217bn Low-Altitude Economy
Beijing has implemented exceptionally strict drone regulations, effectively banning the sale, transport, and recreational use of drones within the city limits. This move aims to prioritize the development of a commercial 'low-altitude economy' focused on delivery, agriculture, and air taxis, while simultaneously addressing security concerns. The regulations extend to comprehensive control over drone storage and operation, significantly differing from Western approaches.
Weekly Intelligence Brief
Fiber-optic drones are proving highly effective in contested electronic warfare environments, enabling deep-strike capabilities for Ukraine and Russia. A surge in demand, coupled with supply chain issues and shifting Chinese manufacturing priorities, is driving up the cost of optical fiber significantly. This cost increase threatens to limit the expansion of fiber-optic drone programs, particularly for Ukraine.
SMASH 2000LE: Smart Shooter Wins $10.7M U.S. Army Award - Calibre Defence
Smart Shooter has secured a $10.7 million follow-on contract from the U.S. Army for its SMASH 2000LE rifle-mounted fire control system, demonstrating continued investment in soldier-level counter-UAS capabilities. This award builds on a series of recent contracts with the Army, Marine Corps, and Air Force, totaling over $39 million in procurements within the last year. Delivery is scheduled for Q3 2026.
Anduril Wins Dutch MoD Counter-Drone Contract
Anduril Industries has been awarded a contract by the Dutch Ministry of Defence to provide a rapidly deployable Counter-UAS (C-UAS) system. The system, centered around Anduril’s Lattice command-and-control platform, achieved initial operating capability within one month of contract signing. This rapid deployment highlights a new procurement approach prioritizing speed in addressing the growing drone threat in Europe.
Turning Point in Ukraine? Kyiv Seizes Initiative as Russia Falters on Battlefield
Ukraine is gaining momentum on the battlefield, driven by effective drone warfare and strikes deep within Russian territory. Russia is experiencing significant manpower and logistical strain, coupled with declining military capacity as evidenced by a subdued Victory Day parade. The increased use of FPV drones is dramatically increasing Russian casualties and impacting their ability to evacuate wounded.
Special Report: Hezbollah's FPV Explosive Drone Threat - Alma Research and Education Center
Hezbollah is increasingly employing fiber-optic guided First Person View (FPV) explosive drones against IDF forces in Southern Lebanon, resulting in casualties and posing a significant new threat. These drones bypass traditional electronic warfare defenses due to their physical tether, making detection challenging. Hezbollah is adapting tactics observed in the Russia-Ukraine war, including reconnaissance drones preceding explosive strikes and potential swarm attacks.
Helsing Raises $1.2B With Lightspeed and Dragoneer - Ventureburn
Helsing, a European defense AI startup, has secured $1.2 billion in funding, valuing the company at $1.8 billion. The company focuses on developing AI software for integration with existing military hardware, emphasizing 'digital sovereignty' to reduce reliance on US or Chinese technology. This funding will be used to scale operations and accelerate R&D.