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REI Systems has introduced GovSBIR, an AI-enabled platform designed to modernize the management of federal SBIR and STTR programs, offering automation, compliance checks, and real-time reporting for agencies.
Kilo Code has raised $8 million in seed funding led by Cota Capital, joined by Breakers, General Catalyst, Quiet Capital, and Tokyo Black. The San Francisco-based startup plans to expand its open-source AI coding platform, which integrates with tools like VS Code and JetBrains and supports over 500 models.
Scientific Systems has completed a maritime trial using its OPTIMUS autonomy software to coordinate nine unmanned surface vessels in autonomous missions, demonstrating decentralized AI control for naval operations.
Bühler has partnered with Squirro to enhance its AI ecosystem and accelerate digital transformation across its global manufacturing operations. The collaboration will use the Squirro Enterprise AI Platform to support Bühler’s 2030 Digital Excellence Goals.
Synergy ECP has acquired NetServices, a provider of secure technology solutions for federal environments, strengthening its position in cybersecurity, software engineering, and systems integration for U.S. defense and intelligence agencies.
Synack has introduced Sara Pentest, a new agentic AI product built on its Sara architecture, designed to automate penetration testing and accelerate vulnerability detection across enterprise systems.
Iridium Communications Inc. has been awarded a five-year contract worth up to $85.8 million from the U.S. Space Force to modernize and secure critical satellite service infrastructure supporting the Department of Defense.
V2X, Inc. has been awarded a $980 million indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract by the U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center to provide lifecycle support for Automated Test Systems used in global warfighter operations.
Elbit Systems has secured contracts worth about $210 million from the Israel Ministry of Defense to upgrade Merkava Main Battle Tanks over six years, including AI-enhanced electro-optical systems and comprehensive maintenance services.
MDA Space has signed a strategic partnership with the Government of Canada and Telesat to develop and deliver military satellite communications under the Enhanced Satellite Communication Project – Polar.
Darkstrike has appointed four former senior U.S. government officials to its board and advisory team, expanding its leadership in AI safety and cybersecurity.
CAE has secured a $270 million contract with the Australian government to deliver the Future Air Mission Training System for the Royal Australian Air Force. The 10-year agreement will provide advanced synthetic and airborne training at RAAF Base East Sale.
SkyFi has been chosen to join NATO’s Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) 2026 Challenge Programme, one of 150 companies selected from 3,600 applicants across 24 NATO nations.
Titomic Limited has signed a $1.7 million Early Manufacturing Development contract with a leading defense prime contractor to develop next-generation defense components using its cold spray additive manufacturing technology.
Censys and Rilian Technologies have announced a partnership to enhance cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection across the Middle East, combining Censys' Internet intelligence with Rilian's AI-native defense platform.
Castelion has secured $350 million in Series B funding to expand U.S. manufacturing and scale production of its hypersonic weapons, including integration of its Blackbeard system with Army and Navy platforms.
Corsha announced that its Machine Identity Provider platform has achieved Authorization-to-Operate at the U.S. Air Force Sustainment Center’s Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex, enabling secure machine-to-machine communication across industrial manufacturing systems.
Liberty Defense Technologies has joined the NVIDIA Connect Program to enhance its AI-powered threat detection systems, leveraging NVIDIA's GPU technologies and AI frameworks for improved performance and scalability.
Aretum has acquired Veterans Engineering to strengthen its cloud, cybersecurity, and digital transformation services for federal agencies. The deal expands Aretum’s federal customer base and enhances its IT modernization capabilities.
Exia Labs has been selected by the Defense Innovation Unit for the Blue Object Management Challenge, expanding its Keystone AI-enabled Object Management System to the U.S. Navy and maritime operations.
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