Author: Tony Grist
Watch full video on YouTube
HDT Robotics Delivers Hunter WOLF Unmanned Ground Vehicles to US Army GOAT Training at Fort Polk FREDERICKSBURG, Va., May 11, 2026 — HDT Robotics has delivered Hunter WOLF unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) to the U.S. Army 3rd Brigade, 10th Mountain Division at Fort Polk, Louisiana, as part of the Army’s Ground Optionally Autonomous Transport (GOAT) program. The delivery supports a week-long Operator New Equipment Training (OPNET) event. HDT will train soldiers to operate, employ, and sustain the platform, and will demonstrate multiple modular mission payload configurations and operational roles. The Hunter WOLF, a vehicle developed out of HDT’s Advanced Battle…
WARNER ROBINS, Ga., May 7, 2026 — Sigma Defense is proud to announce its sponsorship and technical partnership supporting the grand opening of the Georgia Engineering, AI & Robotics (GEAR) Lab at the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins, Georgia. The GEAR Lab is a cutting-edge, hands-on innovation space designed to inspire the next generation of engineers, programmers, and problem-solvers by connecting classroom learning with real-world applications. The GEAR Lab integrates artificial intelligence, robotics, and advanced engineering concepts into interactive experiences that provide students and visitors with direct exposure to emerging technologies shaping the future. Through partnerships with leading universities…
Saab Strengthens RBS 70 NG with New Bolide 2 Missile Saab has launched the new Bolide 2 missile for the RBS 70 short-range air defence missile system. Bolide 2 brings a larger warhead and better terminal flight performance for superior capability, and an improved modular design to allow for future updates. Bolide 2 retains the unjammable guidance method used by RBS 70 with its previous missile generations. Deliveries are starting in 2027 and this new missile will become the standard ammunition for RBS 70 NG. “With Bolide 2 we are ready to provide our customers with an even more capable…
× Donate to The American Conservative Today This is not a paywall! Your support helps us continue our mission of providing thoughtful, independent journalism. With your contribution, we can maintain our commitment to principled reporting on the issues that matter most. Donate Today: Read the full article here
The UK’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed in a speech Monday to prove critics wrong and fight any challenge to his leadership of the Labour Party after sharp losses in local elections last week have emboldened challengers and left Starmer’s government on the brink. In his speech delivered to members of the party, Starmer said Britain faced “very dangerous opponents” and warned that internal turmoil could benefit Nigel Farage’s Reform UK. As part of his plan to bounce back from the bruising election results, in which the Labour Party lost over 1,500 local legislators, Starmer announced three new policies: the…
• Hybrid threats from drones and sabotage are increasing• Multi-threat protection aims to secure critical infrastructure• Rheinmetall and Telekom combine their expertise to deliver effective protection• Joint presentation at the AFCEA security trade show starting May 12, 2026, in Bonn Rheinmetall and Telekom plan to jointly develop a defence shield against drones and acts of sabotage. The companies intend to work together to protect cities and critical infrastructure across Germany. They reached this agreement ahead of the upcoming AFCEA security technology trade show in Bonn. The current geopolitical situation has placed the protection of critical infrastructure…
WASHINGTON — Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll and leaders from Anduril, Boeing, General Dynamics, L3Harris, Leidos, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Palantir, Perennial Autonomy and RTX announced May 5 that they will “sprint” to conduct a series of combined Army and defense industry partnered hackathon events to integrate critical military technology systems. This “Right to Integrate” hackathon, or R2I, is an Army-Industry partnered sprint that will ensure offensive and defensive weapon systems, and business systems across the Army, can collectively integrate, share data and communicate with each other. Historically, multiple systems from multiple manufacturers have struggled with cross-platform integration —…
A ceasefire to the conflict entered its 34th day on Monday, after President Donald Trump said that Tehran’s latest response to a U.S. proposal to end the Iran War is “totally unacceptable.” Trump made the statement in Truth Social post published late afternoon on Sunday, shortly after he said he had a “very nice” phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Details of Iran’s latest proposal, submitted to mediators over the weekend, emerged on Monday morning. Iran’s conditions to end the conflict, reported by Tasnim News Agency, include an immediate end to hostilities and guarantees against renewed aggression, the…
HunterSeven Foundation Offering Cancer Screening During SOF Week Limited spaces remain for SOF Week Screening for 25 types of cancers, using one tube of blood. Plus skin checks using the non-invasive Derma Sensor for at-risk veterans… for free! At Jackson’s Bistro (601 S. Harbour Island Blvd.) Tuesday, May 19th 18:00 to 21:00 Plus we are giving away a SIG P365 XMacro with red dot and light, and Radian grips as door prize… with options to win HUXWRX silencers, exclusive HNTR7 mags, Team Wendy helmets, and other great stuff! And of course, free food, rated top choices in Tampa Bay courtesy…