📡 RTX and Shield AI Announce New Partnership for Drone and Counter-Drone Tech

📬 In Today’s Defense Brief

🌊 U.S. Prioritizes Navy Autonomy with $5.3 Billion Boost for Unmanned Maritime Systems Amid Growing Sea Threats LINK

🛰️ Planet Secures $280M Satellite Imagery Contract with German Government LINK

🛡️ New Missile Defenses, EW Tactics Aided Israel During 12-Day Iran Conflict LINK

📡 RTX and Shield AI Announce New Partnership for Drone and Counter-Drone Tech LINK

💰 Senate Advances Trump ‘Megabill’ with $150B in Defense Funds LINK

🎱 Plus 9 other news stories you may like

📰 Full Breakdown

🌊 U.S. Prioritizes Navy Autonomy with $5.3 Billion Boost for Unmanned Maritime Systems Amid Growing Sea Threats LINK

• The U.S. Navy is set to receive a substantial $5.3 billion funding boost to significantly expand unmanned maritime capabilities as part of efforts to counter increasing global naval threats.

• This major investment will accelerate development, procurement, and deployment of autonomous surface and underwater platforms, enhancing the Navy's operational flexibility and surveillance capabilities.

• The funding reflects a strategic pivot towards greater reliance on autonomous naval systems, especially vital in confronting maritime challenges posed by China and Russia.

🛰️ Planet Secures $280M Satellite Imagery Contract with German Government LINK

• Planet Labs won a $280 million contract with Germany to provide advanced satellite imagery and geospatial intelligence, marking significant momentum in defense-related satellite services.

• This deal expands Germany's surveillance capabilities, delivering continuous, high-resolution imagery essential for national security and intelligence operations.

• The contract demonstrates increased European investment in commercial space-based ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) solutions amid rising geopolitical tensions.

🛡️ New Missile Defenses, EW Tactics Aided Israel During 12-Day Iran Conflict LINK

• During the recent 12-day conflict with Iran, Israel successfully deployed enhanced missile defense systems and advanced electronic warfare (EW) tactics to neutralize missile and drone threats.

• Improved variants of Iron Dome and the David's Sling missile interceptors significantly reduced the effectiveness of Iranian missile attacks, preventing widespread damage.

• The integration of sophisticated EW tactics disrupted enemy command and control systems, underscoring Israel’s growing emphasis on multi-layered defense strategies.

📡 RTX and Shield AI Announce New Partnership for Drone and Counter-Drone Tech LINK

• RTX (formerly Raytheon Technologies) and Shield AI have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at advancing drone and counter-drone technologies for military applications.

• The partnership will integrate RTX’s advanced sensor capabilities with Shield AI’s autonomous drone platforms to enhance battlefield reconnaissance, surveillance, and anti-drone capabilities.

• This alliance addresses increasing threats from unmanned aerial systems (UAS), significantly bolstering U.S. and allied forces' defensive and offensive operational capabilities.

💰 Senate Advances Trump ‘Megabill’ with $150B in Defense Funds LINK

• The U.S. Senate advanced former President Trump's comprehensive spending package, known as the "Megabill," allocating approximately $150 billion for defense and military-related programs.

• This major legislative effort aims to modernize military forces, significantly increase defense readiness, and expedite critical weapons acquisition programs.

• The advancement signals strong bipartisan support for enhanced defense spending, emphasizing national security amid rising global threats.

🌏 Other Important News

• U.S. Army Awards Electra R&D Contract for Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Propulsion Systems LINK

• Boeing Makes Interim Defense CEO Steve Parker Permanent, Leading Defense Business LINK

• V2X Wins U.S. Air Force Contract to Support Iraq’s F-16 Fleet LINK

• U.S. Approves JDAM Guidance Kits Sale to Israel Amid Regional Tensions LINK

• Parsons' Carey Smith Highlights CTI Acquisition to Boost Electromagnetic Warfare and All-Domain Technologies LINK

• Army Looks to Commercial Industry for Assured Position, Navigation, and Timing Chips LINK

• Air Force Changes Course Again on Tankers, Announces New Production Extension Program LINK

• KC-135 Tankers Set to Receive Drone Launching Capabilities LINK

• B-2 Spirit to Receive Communications and Survivability Upgrades LINK

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