🚀 China Tests “Satellite Hunter” Missile in Escalating Space Race

📬 In Today’s Defense Brief

🚢 Blue Water Autonomy Nets $50M to Build Autonomous Ships Read More

🚀 China Tests “Satellite Hunter” Missile in Escalating Space Race Read More

🔫 Army’s Project Flytrap Targets Small Drones With Directed Energy Read More

🛩️ U.S. Air Force Buys First Autonomous Freighter From Reliable Robotics Read More

⚓ Coast Guard Expands Unmanned Systems Careers With MQ-9 Wing Read More

🎱 Plus 10 other news stories you may like

📰 Full Breakdown

🚢 Blue Water Autonomy Nets $50M to Build Autonomous Ships Read More

• Blue Water Autonomy secured $50M in funding to accelerate development of unmanned ships for commercial and defense markets.

• The company plans to scale its autonomous vessel designs for logistics, surveillance, and naval support missions.

• Executives say the investment reflects rising demand for autonomy at sea as navies modernize and crew shortages persist.

🚀 China Tests “Satellite Hunter” Missile in Escalating Space Race Read More

• China tested a new missile described as a “satellite hunter,” highlighting its growing anti-satellite warfare ambitions.

• Analysts warn the system could threaten U.S. and allied constellations, raising risks for space security and deterrence.

• The test underscores Beijing’s push to contest orbital domains as competition with Washington intensifies.

🔫 Army’s Project Flytrap Targets Small Drones With Directed Energy Read More

• The Army’s Project Flytrap is developing a directed-energy system to disable hostile quadcopters and drone swarms.

• Engineers are combining compact lasers with sensors to detect, track, and neutralize threats in complex environments.

• Leaders say the program is vital as small drones become cheaper, more accessible, and more common in conflict zones.

🛩️ U.S. Air Force Buys First Autonomous Freighter From Reliable Robotics Read More

• The Air Force purchased an autonomous cargo plane from Reliable Robotics, marking its first freighter buy of this type.

• The aircraft will handle logistics missions with fewer crew demands, supporting contested and long-range operations.

• Officials view it as a milestone in expanding autonomy from drones to transport aircraft for the service.

⚓ Coast Guard Expands Unmanned Systems Careers With MQ-9 Wing Read More

• The Coast Guard is establishing a dedicated MQ-9 wing, opening a new career pipeline for drone pilots and operators.

• Officials say it will accelerate the service’s shift toward unmanned systems for surveillance, rescue, and interdiction.

• Leaders see the move as key to modernizing force structure while expanding mission capacity across vast maritime regions.

🌏 Other Important News

✈️ Air

• Zelenskyy urges Canada to send troops to Ukraine Read More

• Elbit showcases airborne Iron Beam laser system Read More

• National Guard tests F-15 fighter in helicopter intercept role Read More

• Pratt & Whitney awarded new Lot 18 F135 engine production contract Read More

• USAF KC-46 boom blamed for three refueling mishaps Read More

• New contract signed for F135 engine sustainment Read More

🛡️ Land

• Army launches next-gen command-and-control “sprints” at division scale Read More

• India unveils homegrown air defense system to reduce import reliance Read More

⚓ Maritime

• Navy establishes new Rapid Capabilities Office under Adm. Phelan Read More

🛰️ Space

• Caplink unveils array system designed to disrupt advanced radar Read More

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