MUNICH — German space company Isar Aerospace is preparing for the inaugural test flight of its Spectrum rocket. The launch, initially scheduled for March 24 from Norway’s Andøya Spaceport, was postponed due to unfavorable weather conditions. The company is now targeting a new launch window on March 27, pending suitable conditions. Founded in 2018 by…
KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian state-owned railway company Ukrzaliznytsia reported on Tuesday that its online freight services had been disrupted by a cyberattack. The attack, which occurred on Sunday, also affected passenger services, leading to temporary shifts to manual operations. Ukrzaliznytsia, the nation’s largest cargo carrier, first alerted the public to an IT system failure on…
VANCOUVER – VRIFY Technology has unveiled DORA, an AI-assisted mineral discovery platform designed to revolutionize the mining exploration industry by significantly reducing the time required to identify potential mineral deposits. Launched at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) convention in early March 2025, DORA utilizes advanced machine learning algorithms to analyze extensive geological…
The Hague – The Dutch House of Representatives has approved motions urging the government to reduce reliance on American cloud service providers and establish a national cloud infrastructure under Dutch control. The motions call for the creation of a “rijkscloud,” a state-managed cloud platform for storing government documents and email archives, aiming to transition away…
BRUSSELS — The European Union is intensifying efforts to bolster its strategic autonomy in space by investing in advanced microelectronics and critical technologies. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on non-European suppliers and position Europe at the forefront of the rapidly evolving global space sector. Over the past decade, the European Commission has prioritized the…
EINDHOVEN, Netherlands — In a strategic move to enhance the Netherlands’ defense capabilities, VDL Groep, a prominent Dutch industrial conglomerate, has announced a collaboration with the Dutch Ministry of Defence to scale up military production within the country. The initiative aims to reduce reliance on non-European suppliers and strengthen the nation’s defense infrastructure. The partnership…
Aurion Resources Ltd., a Canadian exploration firm, has entered into a definitive agreement with KoBold Metals, a Silicon Valley-based company specializing in artificial intelligence-driven mineral exploration. The partnership focuses on a 35-square-kilometer section of Aurion’s wholly owned Risti property in Finland’s Central Lapland Greenstone Belt, an area known for its mineral potential. Under the terms…
As Europe intensifies its efforts to achieve digital sovereignty, significant investment is being directed toward fostering innovation and reducing reliance on foreign technologies. Governments, institutions, and private investors are channeling substantial funding into initiatives that support digital infrastructure, deep-tech startups, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and cybersecurity.
HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — In a significant development for Canada’s naval defense, BAE Systems and Irving Shipbuilding Inc. have signed a contract to commence the next major phase of the River-class destroyer program. This initiative, formerly known as the Canadian Surface Combatant project, represents the largest and most complex shipbuilding endeavor undertaken in Canada since…
MADRID — In a renewed effort to bolster Spain’s armored warfare capabilities, German defense giant Rheinmetall and Spanish technology firm Indra have signed a new agreement to upgrade the Leopard 2E main battle tank. The partnership, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding, will focus on modernizing the tank’s combat systems, enhancing its digital capabilities, and…
