The Agentic Lair
The Agentic Lair
Ukraine has unveiled its domestically developed laser weapon system, named Tryzub, for the first time. The demonstration was led by Commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces, Colonel Vadym Sukharevskyi, during the international conference “European Defence Industry: Prospects for Cooperation with…
– Shield AI’s V-BAT successfully participated in Project Convergence Capstone 5 (PC-C5), a Combined, Joint, and multinational experiment held at Fort Irwin, California, in March 2025. V-BAT operated as part of the 82nd Airborne Division’s missions in “The Box,” Fort…
New footage has emerged of the largest of China’s two new tailless stealth fighters, widely referred to as the J-36, although the designation remains unconfirmed. The video in question is perhaps the most impressive view of the aircraft so far…
The NATO Communications and Information Agency and Palantir Technologies Inc. have finalized the acquisition of the Palantir Maven Smart System NATO (MSS NATO) for employment within NATO’s Allied Command Operations (ACO), marking a significant advancement in the modernization of NATO’s…
A team of students from the University of Washington is developing self-charging drones that use AI to survey electrical lines to look for potential threats that could knock out power or spark a fire. The group is the winner of…
AS-DT1 Offers Accurate 3D Measurement in a Compact, Lightweight Design for Drones, Robotics, and More Sony Unveils AS-DT1 Miniature LiDAR Sensor Sony Electronics has announced the AS-DT1, a compact and lightweight LiDAR depth sensor designed for precise 3D measurement. Measuring…
News and Commentary. The Drone Integration and Zoning Act (S.1249), currently under consideration in the U.S. Senate, is raising significant concerns across the commercial drone industry. The bill – another reboot of the Drone Federalism Act first introduced in 2017,…
New Update Offers Greater Flexibility for Photogrammetry and LiDAR Workflows SimActive Inc., a leading developer of photogrammetry software, has released Version 10.4 of its Correlator3D platform. This new version gives users more control over 3D model creation, with advanced tools…
China’s recent decision to restrict exports of key rare earth elements is set to create new challenges for the U.S. drone industry, adding to the complications already caused by tariffs. These export controls target materials essential for manufacturing the high-performance…
Economic news these days has been a whirlwind — and for the most part it’s been pretty bleak. But here’s a bright spot of good news about the drone industry value in 2025. New estimates project that the global drone…
– PRO-UAS is an internationally operating consultancy supplying independent unmanned aircraft system (UAS)-related strategic advisory services, market intelligence and board advisory services to private & public entities. It is also the publisher of internationally recognized professional UAS-related publications. In June…
– Quantum Systems, the German-Ukrainian supplier of unmanned aerial intelligence solutions, has announced a strategic cooperation and investment agreement with Frontline, a Ukrainian company specializing in military robotic systems. This cooperation marks a significant step in Euro-Ukrainian defense industry integration.…
After performing an autonomous barrel roll on May 31, 2024, Bayraktar TB2 has now broken new ground in global aviation by successfully completing an autonomous spin recovery manoeuvre. Achievement During test flights, the Bayraktar TB2 UCAV successfully completed an autonomous…
A new video has surfaced showcasing the “Solist,” a multi-purpose tactical missile system developed by Russia’s КЭМЗ concern, raising questions about its capabilities and potential role in ongoing conflicts. The footage, recently released by the developers, highlights design details and…
– A2Z Drone Delivery, Inc., an American aerospace and engineering company, has announced it has been granted U.S. Patent No. 12,258,153 B2 for its portfolio of A2Z AirDocks. Granted on March 25, 2025, the patent covers a novel method for…