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In the midst of an artificial intelligence space race, China’s cutting-edge data center buildout highlights a nation that’s preparing for market dominance. But what does it mean for the Asian powerhouse’s pure-play AI stocks?  Bloomberg has reported on an ambitious AI data center strategy that’s being planned in Beijing, which would see around 2 trillion yuan ($295 billion) allocated to build out a nationwide infrastructure over the next five years. Led by the National Development and Reform Commission, the buildout is expected to link computing facilities nationwide into an integrated network.  Critically, the plans will focus largely on using local…

India’s nuclear posture has entered a new phase with the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute’s latest yearbook noting that twelve of its estimated 190 warheads are now operationally deployed.This means they are positioned with active military forces, mated with delivery systems, and ready for use. It marks the first time India’s arsenal has been classified in this way, reflecting a shift towards greater readiness.The report highlights India’s increasing reliance on cannisterised Agni-series missiles. These systems allow warheads to be stored in sealed launch tubes, enhancing survivability and reducing launch preparation times. Such developments suggest India is moving closer to a…

Lauren C. Williams, Defense One A nearly $20 million contract aims to integrate autonomous ground vehicles in the service’s ground based air defense missions. Source link

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan appears eager to impress Washington and Brussels at the upcoming NATO summit in Turkey, with Ankara undertaking robust preparations and Turkish officials trumpeting Erdogan’s personal ties with President Donald Trump. Erdogan, no doubt, has many goals heading into the summit, including strengthening Turkey’s defense industrial base and championing its growing arms exports. Erdogan would also like to see Turkey readmitted to the F-35 fighter jet program. It appears the Turkish leader’s campaign is having an effect. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday from the oval office alongside Secretary General of NATO Mark Rutte, Trump said he would “probably do something” to make…

AEVEX’s Disruptor loitering munition. Credit: Aevex. AEVEX has obtained a $50m contract from the US Air Force (USAF) intended to bolster support for uncrewed mission operations, the company confirmed on 30 June 2026. This new agreement includes $27m in initial funding and is aimed at advancing AEVEX’s ongoing work on a long-range precision strike platform designed for use in environments where GPS access may be limited or denied. Discover B2B Marketing That Performs Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms. Find out more Although AEVEX did not identify the specific platform involved…

On July 2, the legal case against former Orda editor-in-chief Gulnara Bazhkenova will begin in Almaty, Kazakh media outlet Vlast reported. She will stand trial on charges under three separate articles of Kazakhstan’s Criminal Code. While it has long been known that charges related to the dissemination of knowingly false information would be heard, the two other allegations, illegal entrepreneurship and the embezzlement of another’s property, were only recently made public. The trial begins seven months after Bazhkenova was arrested in Almaty and subsequently placed under house arrest, while multiple pieces of work-related equipment were seized from her apartment. Meanwhile,…

The Indian Army has firmly rejected recent media reports alleging encroachment by the Chinese People’s Liberation Army in Arunachal Pradesh and the establishment of camps in the region.In a statement issued on Monday, the Army described such claims as incorrect and without basis, emphasising that no such activity has taken place along the sensitive frontier.The Army clarified that it had observed certain reports in a section of the media suggesting fresh incursions by Chinese forces. It categorically stated that these reports were unfounded and did not reflect the actual situation on the ground. The rebuttal was intended to dispel speculation…

Steve Trimble, Aviation Week Network Anduril is playing a role in the development of the U.S. Marine Corps’ version of a Collaborative Combat Aircraft. Source link

WASHINGTON — US troops could receive new weapons and tech with “undocumented shortfalls” after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reshaped a key Pentagon testing office last year by cutting nearly 100 civilian posts and leaving more work those who remain, according to a new government watchdog report. “The staff reductions since May 2025 constrain the depth and breadth of oversight that DOT&E  [Director, Operational Test and Evaluation] can provide for DOD’s weapon systems,” said a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report released today. “This includes oversight of major defense acquisition programs and others, such as middle tier of acquisition programs—a growing area within…

Lockheed Martin’s GMLRS fires from a launcher at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico. Credit: Lockheed Martin Corporation. Lockheed Martin has received a $3bn contract from the US Army for the production of Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) rockets as part of the fiscal year 2026 (FY26) procurement cycle. The contract covers the continued manufacture and delivery of both standard and extended-range GMLRS rounds, aiming to support the Army’s long-range precision fires modernisation and its efforts to sustain munitions readiness. Lockheed Martin plans to use the contract to further expand its manufacturing network. This includes increasing its assembly and…