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IRIS-T SLM. Credit: Diehl Defence via LinkedIn. Ukraine and German defence firm company Diehl Defence have agreed on “concrete solutions” to strengthen Ukraine’s air defence and advance joint projects.  The partnership including air defence systems, missiles for F-16 aircraft, and counter-ballistic solutions, were discussed as Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov met with Diehl Defence CEO Helmut Rauch recently.   Discover B2B Marketing That Performs Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms. Find out more “We focused on increasing and accelerating the delivery of missiles for IRIS-T systems. These systems have already proven effective in combat and are a key component of a layered air defence architecture,” Fedorov said…

Hyderabad-based UAV Tech has announced the successful completion of flight testing for its indigenous M165 Short Take-Off and Landing (STOL) UAV prototype. This achievement represents a significant milestone in the company’s efforts to develop advanced unmanned aerial platforms tailored to India’s defence and strategic requirements.The M165 UAV is designed to operate in environments where conventional runways are unavailable or impractical. Its STOL capability allows rapid deployment in rugged and challenging terrain, making it a tactical asset for missions requiring flexibility and speed.By reducing dependence on established airstrips, the platform enhances operational reach and resilience in diverse scenarios.The successful flight testing…

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BOCHK Asset Management Ltd cut its stake in Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:AVGO – Free Report) by 23.4% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 7,812 shares of the semiconductor manufacturer’s stock after selling 2,388 shares during the period. Broadcom makes up approximately 0.7% of BOCHK Asset Management Ltd’s holdings, making the stock its 11th biggest position. BOCHK Asset Management Ltd’s holdings in Broadcom were worth $2,704,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. A number of other hedge funds have also recently bought and sold…

Modern defence operations increasingly rely on data as a strategic asset, with intelligence feeds, sensor outputs, logistics systems, and coalition command platforms all depending on reliable and secure information exchange. NATO and partner nations are shifting toward digitally integrated, multi-domain operations, making the secure transfer of data across national boundaries more complex. Data-Centric Security (DCS) has emerged as a key architectural approach to meeting this challenge. Rather than focusing primarily on protecting networks or infrastructure, DCS focuses on protecting the data itself. This approach is essential in modern military operations, where data constantly moves between environments, including cloud platforms, mobile…

In late 2025, Pakistan entered into a mutual defence agreement with Saudi Arabia, binding both parties to provide military support should either come under attack.This arrangement now faces its first serious test as Iran intensifies missile and drone strikes against Saudi targets, raising the prospect of Pakistan being compelled to honour its commitment.Should the conflict continue to escalate, Pakistan may find itself under mounting pressure to intervene militarily. Any overt involvement against Iran carries significant risks, not least the possibility of Iranian retaliation extending to Pakistani territory.Given the history of tensions along the Iran–Pakistan border, such a scenario is far…

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Ethos Financial Group LLC grew its holdings in Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) by 9.6% during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 36,485 shares of the e-commerce giant’s stock after purchasing an additional 3,196 shares during the quarter. Ethos Financial Group LLC’s holdings in Amazon.com were worth $8,421,000 as of its most recent filing with the SEC. A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of AMZN. Brighton Jones LLC boosted its stake in Amazon.com by 10.9% in the fourth…

IndiGo has announced a strategic equity investment in Bangalore-based Sarla Aviation, marking a significant step towards building India’s first nationwide air taxi network, TOI reported.This initiative signals the airline’s intent to diversify beyond conventional passenger services and embrace emerging technologies in aviation.The partnership is designed to deploy advanced electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft alongside hybrid models. These aircraft will be used to establish on-demand regional and urban air mobility services, offering faster and more efficient connectivity across the country.The initiative is expected to reduce travel time drastically, particularly for last-mile connectivity, and provide a sustainable alternative to traditional…

Adam Gallagher, RealClearDefense After no breakthroughs emerged in the U.S.-Iran negotiations over the weekend, President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. would