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Shield AI highlights X-BAT underwater-capable system as Boeing continues long-range JDAM development at Sea-Air-Space

At Sea-Air-Space in Washington, D.C., Shield AI showcased its X-BAT and Boeing shared updates on long-range JDAM progress, reinforcing both companies’ push to field next-generation, standoff-capable defense effects. The cluster also includes an overview of an emerging underwater special-forces equipment concept and defense finance takeaways.

2026-06-15T06:49:20.692693-07:00

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Space and AI investors chase the “rocket-to-AI” narrative, driving record financings as the IPO wave spreads

2026-06-14T19:18:24.369579-07:00

The Air Current

FAA nears selection of ASI (over Palantir) and Thales for AI-powered air traffic management tied to SMART NAS overhaul

2026-06-13T16:20:24.638043-07:00

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SpaceX goes public at a record scale, with Elon Musk kicking off Nasdaq/NYSE trading debut and IPO leadership messaging

2026-06-11T23:57:00.687075-07:00

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Shield AI highlights X-BAT underwater-capable system as Boeing continues long-range JDAM development at Sea-Air-Space At Sea-Air-Space in Washington, D.C., Shield AI showcased its X-BAT and Boeing shared updates on long-range JDAM progress, reinforcing both companies’ push to field next-generation, standoff-capable defense effects. The cluster also includes an overview of an emerging underwater special-forces equipment concept and defense finance takeaways.

2026-06-15T06:49:20.692693-07:00

Shield AI highlights X-BAT underwater-capable system as Boeing continues long-range JDAM development at Sea-Air-Space

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EOS acquires MARSS to scale AI-enabled detect-to-defeat counter-drone C2, unveils enlarged integrated package at Eurosatory 2026 Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has completed the acquisition of AI-enabled command-and-control supplier MARSS, positioning the company to offer integrated counter-drone “detect-to-defeat” solutions. EOS plans to roll out the expanded counter-drone business model at Eurosatory 2026, bundling detection and operational neutralisation in a single pitch to buyers.

2026-06-14T22:31:07.267671-07:00

EOS acquires MARSS to scale AI-enabled detect-to-defeat counter-drone C2, unveils enlarged integrated package at Eurosatory 2026

Wall Street Journal

Space and AI investors chase the “rocket-to-AI” narrative, driving record financings as the IPO wave spreads Financings tied to SpaceX and major AI players (including Anthropic and Alphabet) are fueling a rapid expansion of capital into space startups, where investors appear willing to absorb heavy new issuance despite rising risk. The momentum is prompting additional IPO-driven fundraising as companies seek to ride the public-market spotlight.

2026-06-14T19:18:24.369579-07:00

Space and AI investors chase the “rocket-to-AI” narrative, driving record financings as the IPO wave spreads

The Air Current

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FAA nears selection of ASI (over Palantir) and Thales for AI-powered air traffic management tied to SMART NAS overhaul The FAA is close to awarding its AI-powered air traffic management system contract, weighing ASI against Palantir and Thales, according to the reporting. The program—SMART—was described by the FAA as a central pillar of its National Airspace System modernization plan, poised to reshape the ATC stack built on legacy technology.

2026-06-13T16:20:24.638043-07:00

FAA nears selection of ASI (over Palantir) and Thales for AI-powered air traffic management tied to SMART NAS overhaul

Bloomberg

Putin: Russia expanding a satellite-drone control constellation to outclass Starlink for strike support; FPV and AI drone work u Vladimir Putin told service members Russia is expanding a domestically produced satellite network intended to control assault drones, positioning it as superior to Starlink for “drone control.” He also cited work on FPV drones and AI-powered drones, alongside a pledge to step up strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure.

2026-06-12T10:11:52.438542-07:00

Putin: Russia expanding a satellite-drone control constellation to outclass Starlink for strike support; FPV and AI drone work u

The Air Current

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Jeppesen ForeFlight CEO Brad Surak outlines a high-stakes plan to put AI “earned its seat at the table” Jeppesen ForeFlight CEO Brad Surak is laying out an ambitious, high-stakes strategy to build AI that operators can trust and actually use—an approach framed as moving beyond experiments toward decision-grade capabilities that earn user adoption. The plan is positioned as central to ForeFlight’s next product direction.

2026-06-12T06:26:36.435526-07:00

Jeppesen ForeFlight CEO Brad Surak outlines a high-stakes plan to put AI “earned its seat at the table”

Bloomberg

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SpaceX goes public at a record scale, with Elon Musk kicking off Nasdaq/NYSE trading debut and IPO leadership messaging SpaceX rang the Nasdaq bell in New York and Texas in a dual-listed livestreamed event with Elon Musk addressing employees. The debut follows a record-setting IPO, pushing the company toward a $75B raise and roughly $1.77T valuation, amid investor focus on how the public-market shift will reshape SpaceX’s footprint.

2026-06-11T23:57:00.687075-07:00

SpaceX goes public at a record scale, with Elon Musk kicking off Nasdaq/NYSE trading debut and IPO leadership messaging

Aviation Source

AI avatar and video agents move aviation training and passenger communication from tools to interactive agents The article highlights how AI avatar and video-agent applications are being adopted to improve aviation training effectiveness and strengthen real-time passenger communication. The focus shifts from static content and one-way messaging toward interactive, conversational assistance for both crews and travelers.

2026-06-11T14:42:08.219678-07:00

AI avatar and video agents move aviation training and passenger communication from tools to interactive agents

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Shield AI highlights X-BAT underwater-capable system as Boeing continues long-range JDAM development at Sea-Air-Space

Space and AI investors chase the “rocket-to-AI” narrative, driving record financings as the IPO wave spreads

FAA nears selection of ASI (over Palantir) and Thales for AI-powered air traffic management tied to SMART NAS overhaul

SpaceX goes public at a record scale, with Elon Musk kicking off Nasdaq/NYSE trading debut and IPO leadership messaging

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