On 4 September 2025, the Deep Tech Defence Alliance (DTDA) was officially launched with the stated ambition of multiplying Dutch defence exports tenfold while strengthening the Netherlands Defence Technological and Industrial Base
Archangel, backed by Amadeus Capital Partners and Seven Capital, led the pre-seed round for Offset Labs—founded by Denys Budnyk, Borys Nadykto, and Andrii Yakovyna—supporting its mission to deliver AI-driven signal and voice processing tools for defence systems rooted in operational experience.
BAE Systems has taken a for an undisclosed value in Oxford Dynamics, aiming to strengthen its AI and robotics portfolio for rapid defense innovation and deployment.
The KORKUT 100/25 SB variant marks Aselsan’s latest step in tactical counter-drone systems, combining programmable 25 mm airburst munitions with autonomous electro-optical targeting and vehicle-mounted mobility. It reflects Turkey’s commitment to modular, agile, and layered drone defense architectures amid evolving battlefield threats.
On 4 September 2025, the Deep Tech Defence Alliance (DTDA) was officially launched with the stated ambition of multiplying Dutch defence exports tenfold while strengthening the Netherlands Defence Technological and Industrial Base
Archangel, backed by Amadeus Capital Partners and Seven Capital, led the pre-seed round for Offset Labs—founded by Denys Budnyk, Borys Nadykto, and Andrii Yakovyna—supporting its mission to deliver AI-driven signal and voice processing tools for defence systems rooted in operational experience.
BAE Systems has taken a for an undisclosed value in Oxford Dynamics, aiming to strengthen its AI and robotics portfolio for rapid defense innovation and deployment.
The KORKUT 100/25 SB variant marks Aselsan’s latest step in tactical counter-drone systems, combining programmable 25 mm airburst munitions with autonomous electro-optical targeting and vehicle-mounted mobility. It reflects Turkey’s commitment to modular, agile, and layered drone defense architectures amid evolving battlefield threats.
Madari Space’s planned 2026 pilot of the world’s first orbital data center places the UAE at the forefront of off-world digital infrastructure. The initiative reflects both the urgency of managing AI-driven data demands and the strategic ambition to redefine how and where humanity processes information in the decades ahead.
German defense tech startup Stark raised $62 million in a Series B round led by Sequoia Capital, boosting its valuation to approximately $500 million. The round drew support from U.S. and institutional investors, positioning Stark to scale its AI-driven loitering drone and battlefield system capabilities.
LevelBlue has finalized its acquisition of Trustwave, positioning itself as the largest independent pure-play managed security services provider (MSSP) in the world. This move consolidates comprehensive security services under one entity and enhances its reach in both enterprise and government cybersecurity markets.
With the near-Earth asteroid Apophis set to skim past our planet on April 13, 2029—closer than many geosynchronous satellites—space scientists are racing to seize a once-in-millennia opportunity with missions that fit in a backpack
Hades Mining, a Munich-based deep-tech startup, raised €5.5 million in a pre-seed round led by Project A, with participation from Visionaries Tomorrow, Founders Factory, and strategic angels. The funds will advance drilling systems targeting Europe’s deep geothermal and mineral reserves.
Germany’s Alpine Eagle has introduced the Sentinel mothership, a counter-drone system now used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces to shield convoys from FPV threats. By combining airborne detection and interceptor deployment, the platform illustrates how Europe’s defense industry is adapting to evolving battlefield requirements.
