DroneShield Landmark 4Q25 AI Software Release

Breakthrough drone disruption techniques, expanded AI detection, and new interoperability features highlight DroneShield’s continued expansion as the end-to-end counter-drone solutions provider.  Launch of an emitter-based disruption engine powered by RFAI-ATK, with the largest expansion of DroneShield’s RFAI-2 detection and tracking database. DroneSentry-X Mk2 now delivers doubled processing power for faster performance, with SAPIENT protocol integration…

FirstSpear Friday Focus: Rash Guard

FirstSpear’s RASH GUARDS are engineered for high-performance use in maritime, watersport, or tactical environments. Constructed from a proprietary USA-made blend of 83 % polyester and 17 % spandex, it offers an ultralight compression fit that clings close to the body without excess bulk. The fabric is quick-drying, allowing moisture to dissipate rapidly and preventing the…

Colonel Mark Hamilton Assumes Command of 1st Special Operations Wing

U.S. Air Force Col. Mark L. Hamilton assumed command of the 1st Special Operations Wing from Col. Patrick T. Dierig during a change of command ceremony at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 6, 2025. Presiding officer, Lt. Gen. Michael Conley, commander of Air Force Special Operations Command, praised Col. Dierig’s leadership of the 1 SOW and…

Red Cat Introduces FANG — A Low-Cost, NDAA-Compliant Line of FPV Drones for Defense and Security Operations

THE FIRST SYSTEM IN THE FANG LINE IS THE FANG™ F7, A 7-INCH RETRIEVABLE FPV DRONE OPTIMIZED FOR TRAINING AND TACTICAL USE, NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE BY DEFENSE AND SECURITY OPERATORS SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Oct. 08, 2025 — Red Cat Holdings, Inc.?(Nasdaq: RCAT) (“Red Cat” or the “Company”), a U.S.-based provider of advanced all-domain…

Varjo Launches Mixed Reality Headsets Purpose-Built for Training Across Air, Land, and Sea

Helsinki, Finland – October 8, 2025 – Varjo, the technology leader in military-grade virtual and mixed reality solutions, today announced a refreshed XR-4 Series, the first mixed reality headsets engineered to support mission-ready training across air, land, and sea. The refreshed model is purpose-built to close the gap between traditional simulation methods and the demands…

M.A.G. Exchange Dates Shift to 7-8 December

M.A.G. Exchange Dates Shift to 7-8 December Due to the government shutdown, ARC WEPTAC and M.A.G. Exchange are shifting from October 20-21 to December 7-8 at the Hilton DoubleTree Hotel-Tucson Airport. This entry was posted on Thursday, October 9th, 2025 at 13:00 and is filed under AFSW, Tradeshow. You can follow any responses to this…

NFM Group Acquires Paul Boyé, Strengthening Its Leadership in the European Defense Industry

Ski, Norway / Labarthe-sur-Lèze, France — October 7, 2025 The Norwegian personal protective equipment company, NFM Group has completed the acquisition of Paul Boyé, one of France’s most established defense and security manufacturers. The transaction marks a new stage in NFM Group’s European expansion and reinforces its long-term commitment to the French Armed Forces and…

Army Expands Program Allowing Soldiers with Civilian Skills to Bypass Initial Training

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army is adding 17 new military occupational specialties (MOSs) to its Civilian Acquired Skills Program (ACASP) effective October 1, 2025. The ACASP allows Soldiers with relevant civilian skills to bypass some initial training and start their military careers at an advanced level. This expansion brings the total number of eligible occupations…