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Detect. Disrupt. Destroy. Protect every domain.

As drones evolve, so does the need to defend against them. Across air, land, and sea, militaries are developing systems — from radar and sensors to electronic warfare and kinetic defenses — to reclaim control and stay one step ahead of uncrewed threats.

Overland AI to Build UGVs for US Marine Air Defense System

MADIS combines sensors, targeting algorithms, and the proven Joint Light Tactical Vehicle to create a ground-based short-range air defense system capable of countering unmanned aerial systems and other low-flying threats.

Rojoef Manuel
July 1, 2026

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Nokia to Build Counter-Drone Border Network for Finland

A Finnish Navy Soldier assigned to Reserve Force Protection Company uses a radio to communicate during a bilateral simulated field artillery training in Upinniemi, Finland, Aug. 18, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and 22nd MEU, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Tyler M. Raab)

Nokia’s defense unit will deliver an intelligent network designed to enable protected, high-speed connectivity, real-time data sharing, and interoperability between sensors, platforms, and command-and-control systems.

Rojoef Manuel
June 30, 2026

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European Firms Join Forces on Layered Counter-Drone System

The effort will combine Origin Robotics’ radar-guided BLAZE interceptor with Alpine Eagle’s Sentinel platform, creating a unified system that links detection, command-and-control, and target neutralization.

Rojoef Manuel
June 23, 2026

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UAE Signs $124M Deal With EOS for Slinger Counter-Drone System

The UAE ordered EOS’s Slinger counter-drone RWS in a $124 million deal that also launches a joint high-energy laser weapon venture.

Ethan M. Encarnacion
June 23, 2026

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Milrem, Frankenburg Partner on Mobile Counter-Drone Missile System

A Tracked Hybrid Modular Infantry System (THeMIS) unmanned ground vehicle firing on a drone. Photo: Milrem Robotics

The partnership will integrate Frankenburg’s Mark I guided interceptor onto Milrem’s ground-based autonomous platforms, creating a short-range weapon system for neutralizing low-cost unmanned aerial systems.

Rojoef Manuel
June 18, 2026

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Aurelius Trials Archimedes Counter-Drone Laser Weapon for Pentagon

The event is part of a broader evaluation effort covering roughly 60 platforms identified for their potential to enhance warfighter protection, operational effectiveness, and support next-generation defense capabilities.

Rojoef Manuel
June 15, 2026

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iRocket Wins US Army Deal to Support Anti-Drone Weapon Production

The deal centers on manufacturing the Hydra 70 rocket, a system positioned as an “affordable and scalable” alternative to the AGM-114 Hellfire missiles commonly deployed on attack helicopters.

Rojoef Manuel
June 10, 2026

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Ukraine Authorizes 30 Firms to Intercept Russian Drones Under New Initiative

Ukraine is enlisting private firms in active air defense, with 30 companies already intercepting Russian drones.

Ethan M. Encarnacion
June 10, 2026

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US Greenlights $1.98B Anti-Drone Sale to Kuwait

The Roadrunner drone-hunting jet. Photo: Anduril

Requested equipment covers Roadrunner and Anvil interceptors, launch systems, command-and-control software, long-range and maritime surveillance towers, electromagnetic warfare solutions, and mobile operations centers.

Rojoef Manuel
June 8, 2026

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Lockheed’s GRIZZLY Containerized Launcher Completes First Drone Kill Using JAGM

U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground recently tested the GRIZZLY vertical launcher for use with the AGM-179 Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM), following on previous institutional knowledge testing the launcher’s use with the Hellfire missile.

The system was assembled and validated in less than 45 days, underscoring the rapid integration of sensors, software, and effectors into a single kill chain.