Facing a proposed one-third reduction in Pentagon research spending, policymakers wonder whether the private sector can fill the gap. Tech companies, known for robust R&D investments, may offer vital support to sustain U.S. defense innovation.

The U.S. Air Force’s X-68A looks strikingly similar to a cruise missile but can do far more than fly straight. Able to fire its own missiles, this experimental plane marks a milestone in America’s high-tech aerospace developments.

A variety of companies and universities is helping China’s military modernize with cutting-edge technology, recently published data shows. These collaborations highlight the significant strides being made in the country’s AI research and development for defense.

India and Pakistan, long-standing adversaries, are introducing drones into their military strategies, marking a new phase in their historic tensions. Both nations are developing drone industries and importing technology from foreign allies, transforming the dynamics of their conflict.