Defense industry

Exodigo’s underground mapping technology draws attention with $96m. series B funding boost

The IDF has been working for years and even had a brigade-size unit, whose task is to develop new technologies and tactics for underground warfare.

 Illustration of Exodigo's mapping technology, showing underground infrastructure below a city.
 The XTEND Scorpio 500 drone is a significant development by the company.

Israeli drone company XTEND secures extension to $70 million Series B funding

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Israel must fund national space strategy that balances defense, scientific goals - editorial

 US shipment of D9 bulldozers arrive in Israel, July 9, 2025.

US D-9 bulldozers worth billions of shekels arrive in Israel after Trump admin. releases shipment


Wartime innovation boosts Israeli defense tech growth, drawing global interest

The changing nature of war has led to shifts in defense procurement worldwide. Western armies demand new battle-tested technology, refined by soldiers in combat.

 Israeli Air Force preparing for IAF strike on Houthi-controlled Yemen

Australia says US missile purchase shows commitment to defense spending

Australia reaffirms its commitment to defense spending with an A$2 billion purchase of US supersonic missiles, though Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has resisted calls to agree to a target of 3.5%.

Israel, US carry out successful test of Arrow-3 missile over Alaska

Israel’s military tech proved critical in war against Iran - analysis

Orbit CEO Daniel Eshchar states that the Iran war increased global interest in Israeli systems, as they proved effective and are now mature with battlefield experience.

 IAF fighter jets taking off for strikes in Iran, June 16, 2025.

NATO's Rutte says Europe and America must meet the challenge of rearmament together

"Only Europe and North America together can rise up to meet the challenge of [Russian] rearmament," Rutte added.

 NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte holds a press conference ahead of a NATO summit, in The Hague, Netherlands June 23, 2025.

Turkey promotes KAAN fighter jet at Paris Air Show as Israeli exhibits face restrictions

The 55th edition of the air show was also marked by controversy after organizers enclosed Israel’s defense industry booths behind black partition walls.

Turkiye's homegrown fighter jet, carries out its second successful test flight, May 06, 2024.

From Europe to Asia: Why Israel’s defense tech is in high demand - analysis

In 2024, Israel hit a record $14.7 billion in defense exports, driven by European demand for its advanced, battle-proven systems and strengthened by global partnerships.

Defense Minister Israel Katz next to an Israeli military vehicle. (illustration)

European countries buying new highs of defense products despite voicing criticism of Israel

Over half the deals broke $100 million, and over half were with EU countries, some of which have been Israel's loudest critics.

From right to left: Director General of the Ministry of Defense, Major General (Ret.) Amir Baram, Minister of Defense Israel Katz, and the head of SIBAT, Brigadier General.

The boiling East: How India can use military AI in Kashmir - opinion

Amid the ongoing India-Pakistan conflict, there is a growing need for neutral technological platforms based on AI infrastructure, secure communication, and autonomous battlefield management.

 Military personnel with Indian Army stand guard at India Gate in New Delhi, India, May 8, 2025

Can Israel's defense heads trust Trump to secure a good nuclear deal with Iran? – analysis

Government officials are growing more concerned that the US president will strike a deal with Iran without considering Israeli interests.

 US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House, April 7, 2025.

THAAD arrives in Israel: US bolsters defense against ballistic missile threats - report

This marks the latest deployment of the system, likely coordinated with Israel’s security forces.

 US Army 1st Lt. Tony Gosser with Task Force Talon, 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command, views a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) weapon system. October 26, 2017.

Israeli defense companies are gaining as Europe rushes to arms race - analysis

Outgoing German Chancellor Olaf Scholz was relegated to the third row. Military power is the name of the game now.

 European leaders pose for a photo at the European leaders' summit in London, Britain, March 2, 2025