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AIDC lines up French partner to expand Taiwan’s UAS capabilities

Taiwan’s state-owned AIDC has signed an agreement with a French UAS supplier, setting the stage for cooperation as Taiwan works to broaden its drone capabilities. The French startup behind the deal unveiled the partnership on the opening day of Eurosatory.

2026-06-15T21:31:11.593142-07:00

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Shield AI debuts X-BAT and Boeing advances long-range JDAM standoff munitions at Sea Air Space

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

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

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

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Germany plans MQ-9B drone integration with P-8A Poseidon to monitor Russian submarines

2026-06-12T04:45:14.870535-07:00

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FlightGlobal

AIDC lines up French partner to expand Taiwan’s UAS capabilities Taiwan’s state-owned AIDC has signed an agreement with a French UAS supplier, setting the stage for cooperation as Taiwan works to broaden its drone capabilities. The French startup behind the deal unveiled the partnership on the opening day of Eurosatory.

2026-06-15T21:31:11.593142-07:00

AIDC lines up French partner to expand Taiwan’s UAS capabilities

DefenseNews.com

Shield AI debuts X-BAT and Boeing advances long-range JDAM standoff munitions at Sea Air Space At Sea Air Space in Washington, D.C., Shield AI showcased its X-BAT, while Boeing highlighted progress on long-range JDAM standoff weapons. A separate segment also surfaced emerging underwater special-forces gear and additional updates on standoff munitions and defense finance.

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

Shield AI debuts X-BAT and Boeing advances long-range JDAM standoff munitions 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

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

Breaking Defense

Germany plans MQ-9B drone integration with P-8A Poseidon to monitor Russian submarines Germany’s Naval Aviation Command says the MQ-9B will be its first operating unmanned system, pairing it step-by-step with aircraft to work closely on anti-submarine surveillance. The approach follows a parallel modernization push showcased at ILA 2026, with P-8A Poseidon deliveries continuing into late next year.

2026-06-12T04:45:14.870535-07:00

Germany plans MQ-9B drone integration with P-8A Poseidon to monitor Russian submarines

eVTOL Insights

GSMA launches multi-sector call to action for safer drone airspace, uniting telecom, aviation, security and drone operators GSMA says it is launching an industry-first call to action bringing together telecom leaders, aviation stakeholders, security organizations and drone operators to shape safer drone airspace. The initiative is framed as a cross-industry effort to align connectivity and operational practices for unmanned flight environments.

2026-06-12T00:01:47.241310-07:00

GSMA launches multi-sector call to action for safer drone airspace, uniting telecom, aviation, security and drone operators

Breaking Defense

Saronic and Castelion plan 2027 maritime hypersonic launch from MUSV Marauder with Blackbeard Saronic and Castelion say they will integrate Castelion’s Blackbeard hypersonic missile with Saronic’s Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel (MUSV) Marauder for a first-of-its-kind maritime launch demonstration. The partners target a launch demo next year, with a maritime launch planned for 2027.

2026-06-11T12:19:53.778202-07:00

Saronic and Castelion plan 2027 maritime hypersonic launch from MUSV Marauder with Blackbeard

Aviation Today

DARPA invites 72 teams to compete in Heavy Lift Challenge, pushing drone designs to carry 4× their own weight DARPA has invited 72 teams to demonstrate innovative drone designs for its Heavy Lift Challenge, targeting aircraft capable of carrying at least four times their own weight. The selection signals a push toward higher payload-to-weight UAS architectures and manufacturing approaches that can scale.

2026-06-11T12:02:51.029440-07:00

DARPA invites 72 teams to compete in Heavy Lift Challenge, pushing drone designs to carry 4× their own weight

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AIDC lines up French partner to expand Taiwan’s UAS capabilities

Shield AI debuts X-BAT and Boeing advances long-range JDAM standoff munitions at Sea Air Space

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

Germany plans MQ-9B drone integration with P-8A Poseidon to monitor Russian submarines

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