A drone hums over Manila Bay as PCG crews prep for a night flight, a sign of how unmanned tech is reshaping maritime security. Recent Trends Growing use of drones for maritime security training Stronger defense cooperation in the Asia-Pacific Coast guards investing in unmanned domain awareness Australia has completed its second round of maritime...

A drone slips from the sky during a routine field test, jolting the defense industry and raising questions about supplier reliability. Recent Trends Rising emphasis on reliability in unmanned systems Increased regulatory and program-management scrutiny in defense contracts Growing private-sector competition in U.S. defense drones Drone defense setbacks reshape Anduril’s defense push Anduril Industries, a...

First Mobile Anti-Drone Patrol Vehicle Shown in India Sky security is moving from concept to field reality. India unveiled a new mobile unit designed to counter small unmanned aircraft, a milestone in national defense and law enforcement readiness. The rollout underscores a broader push to harden critical assets against drone threats and accelerate tech adoption...

On the tarmac at Florida’s Eglin Air Force Base, Anduril’s leading drones stumbled during a recent round of military testing. Two models, Altius and Ghost, reportedly failed to meet certain reliability benchmarks. The setback underscores a stubborn truth in modern warfare tech: bold promises must prove themselves in real-world conditions. The episode also highlights how...