Assac Networks Expands Presence in Central America with New Cyber Defense Contract Leading Cybersecurity Firm to Deploy ShieldiT Solution for State officials Tel Aviv, April 10, 2025 – Assac Networks, a member of the Aspis Technologies Group and a specialized provider of cyber solutions for the comprehensive protection of communication devices, is pleased to announce…
Spy pigeon in the CIA Museum. Central Intelligence Agency photo. The Cold War era was a time of intense espionage, where nations employed every conceivable method to gain an edge over their adversaries. Among the Central Intelligence Agency’s (CIA) arsenal of unconventional tools were pigeons—yes, the humble birds that have been used for centuries as…
If you’re anything like me, you have more guns than sense, and you’ve probably been asked (at least once) why you have so many guns. You’ve got a sub-compact or micro-compact for everyday carry. You have a revolver (or three). And you have at least one 1911. Just ’cause. There never seems to be that…
Smith & Wesson Adds .45-70 to Model 1854 Series MARYVILLE, TN., (4/8/2025) – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, announces today the release of the Model 1854, chambered .45-70 Government. The Model 1854 is crafted to combine the classic aesthetic of the American lever gun…
Hohenstein Supports Global Textile Scheme Initiative for Structured Data Exchange Strategic partnership for improved transparency in the textile industry BOENNIGHEIM, Germany (April 9, 2025) – Global testing and research laboratory Hohenstein has acquired shares in Global Textile Scheme GmbH (GTS). The GTS initiative aims to create an international standard for handling structured product data in…
For nearly half a century, MIL-STD-1553B has been the backbone of military and aerospace data communication, remaining indispensable thanks to its unmatched robustness, deterministic performance, and fail-safe architecture. As defense and aerospace systems evolve, this standard’s adaptability and reliability keep it at the forefront of the industry, proving that innovation isn’t always about replacing the…
ADF LAND 300 Sidearm Weapon System (SWS) Update Big Milestone for the LAND 300 Program! The LAND 300 program (formerly LAND 159) has reached a major achievement with the Sidearm Weapon System (SWS), hitting initial fielding ahead of schedule. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of NIOA, CASG and the Australian Army, the SWS is now…
FirstSpear Friday Focus: Multi-Purpose Pack The FIRSTSPEAR MULTI-PURPOSE PACK is a highly versatile and durable pack originally developed as a medical bag for a U.S. Special Operations Forces element. It has since proven adaptable for a variety of uses such as a range bag, escape and evasion (E&E) pack, or a compact day-pack. One of…
By Michael Kurcina Mike credits his early military training as the one thing that kept him disciplined through the many years. He currently provides his expertise as an adviser for an agency within the DoD. Michael Kurcina subscribes to the Spotter Up way of life. “I will either find a way or I will make…
Pexels photo by Clem Onojeghuo. Even if your coffee maker is on the fritz or unavailable, there are plenty of ways to brew your favorite cup using simple tools and techniques. You don’t need fancy equipment, just some coffee, water, and a dash of ingenuity. Below are several methods to make you can use to…