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‘Everything But the Kitchen Sink’: The U.S. Navy Is Putting Shields Around Nuclear Aircraft Carriers
19FortyFive
Feb 18, 2026
counter uas

‘Everything But the Kitchen Sink’: The U.S. Navy Is Putting Shields Around Nuclear Aircraft Carriers

The U.S. Navy is enhancing the defensive capabilities of its nuclear aircraft carriers to counter emerging threats such as missile salvos, drones, and stealth submarines. Existing systems like Aegis and SM-series interceptors are being utilized, but concerns remain about magazine depth and reload speed in high-intensity conflicts, particularly against adversaries like China.

USA
China
Aegis
SM-series interceptors
aircraft carriers
AtkinsRéalis teams with Anduril UK to accelerate sovereign autonomous systems for British defence
sUAS News
Feb 18, 2026
contracts

AtkinsRéalis teams with Anduril UK to accelerate sovereign autonomous systems for British defence

AtkinsRéalis has partnered with Anduril UK to accelerate the development and deployment of sovereign autonomous systems for British defense. The collaboration focuses on safety assurance, regulatory compliance, and establishing a UK manufacturing site for uncrewed platforms, supporting the modernization of the British Armed Forces.

Anduril
autonomous systems
UK
AtkinsRéalis
cybersecurity
Drone Attacks Hit Mykolaiv, Kill Woman in Zaporizhzhia Amid Stalled Geneva Negotiations
Kyiv Post
Feb 18, 2026
counter uas|drone-warfare

Drone Attacks Hit Mykolaiv, Kill Woman in Zaporizhzhia Amid Stalled Geneva Negotiations

Russian drone strikes using Shahed UAVs targeted Mykolaiv and Zaporizhzhia, causing civilian casualties and infrastructure damage. Ukrainian air defenses reportedly intercepted or suppressed 100 drones, highlighting the ongoing intensity of drone warfare amidst stalled peace negotiations in Geneva.

Counter-UAS
Ukraine
Russia
Shahed
air defense
Indian Army Seeks ‘Drone Catchers’ to Counter Growing Swarm Threat From Small UAS - Indian Defence Research Wing
Idrw (via Exa)
Feb 18, 2026
counter uas

Indian Army Seeks ‘Drone Catchers’ to Counter Growing Swarm Threat From Small UAS - Indian Defence Research Wing

The Indian Army has issued an RFI for a Drone Catcher System to counter the growing threat of small UAS, utilizing interceptor drones equipped with nets and jamming capabilities. This system aims to provide a non-explosive, precise solution to neutralize drone threats in various terrains.

Radar
Jamming
UAS
India
interceptor drones
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DARPA’s LongShot missile UAV edges toward flight tests • The Register
Theregister (via Exa)
Feb 18, 2026
drone warfare

DARPA’s LongShot missile UAV edges toward flight tests • The Register

DARPA's LongShot, an unmanned aerial vehicle designed to be launched from larger aircraft, is advancing toward flight tests. The X-68A LongShot aims to enhance air combat capabilities by engaging airborne threats without risking human pilots.

USA
UAV
missile
DARPA
autonomous
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Investigation: How Russian drones exploit European technologies to strike Ukraine, and beyond
Kyivindependent (via Exa)
Feb 18, 2026
counter uas|drone-warfare

Investigation: How Russian drones exploit European technologies to strike Ukraine, and beyond

The investigation reveals that Russian drones, specifically the Geran-2, incorporate European and other Western components despite sanctions. These components, including an Austrian sensor, are used in drones that target Ukraine's infrastructure.

Ukraine
Russia
Shahed-136
Iran
sanctions
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AI Agents Power Autonomous Weapons: Scout AI’s Leap in Defense Technology - UBOS
Ubos (via Exa)
Feb 18, 2026
drone warfare

AI Agents Power Autonomous Weapons: Scout AI’s Leap in Defense Technology - UBOS

Scout AI has demonstrated AI-driven agents that autonomously control lethal drones and a ground vehicle to locate and destroy targets, marking a significant advancement in defense technology. This development highlights the potential for AI to execute complex military operations without human intervention.

AI
USA
autonomous systems
cybersecurity
Scout AI
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This Defense Company Made AI Agents That Blow Things Up | WIRED
Stag2 (via Exa)
Feb 18, 2026
drone warfare

This Defense Company Made AI Agents That Blow Things Up | WIRED

Scout AI is developing AI agents capable of executing kinetic strike missions using drones. These agents are designed to autonomously identify and destroy targets in the physical world.

AI
USA
autonomous systems
drones
Scout AI
U.S. Air Force awards $145 million sole-source contract to BAE Systems for dual-mode APKWS upgrade
Defence-industry (via Exa)
Feb 18, 2026
counter uas|drone-warfare|contracts

U.S. Air Force awards $145 million sole-source contract to BAE Systems for dual-mode APKWS upgrade

The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $145 million contract to BAE Systems to develop a dual-mode APKWS upgrade aimed at countering large groups of Group 3 drones. This upgrade includes an infrared seeker and a dual safe proximity fuze to enhance targeting efficiency and safety.

USA
APKWS
BAE Systems
infrared
Group 3 drones
Scout AI Introduces Fury Autonomous Vehicle Orchestrator
Prnewswire (via Exa)
Feb 18, 2026
drone warfare

Scout AI Introduces Fury Autonomous Vehicle Orchestrator

Scout AI has introduced the Fury Autonomous Vehicle Orchestrator, an AI-driven interoperability layer that coordinates autonomous air and ground systems using natural language mission intent. This system enhances command and control by translating high-level objectives into coordinated actions across heterogeneous unmanned assets.

AI
USA
C2 systems
Scout AI
interoperability
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