Defense / Security

Kraken Technology plans to use its funding to continue developing uncrewed surface vessels and localizing manufacturing around the world.

Magmotor has been providing motors for demanding use cases for decades and offers custom systems for robotics.

Machina Labs secured a Lockheed Martin contract to qualify robotically formed metal components for the JASSM missile program.

Peggy Johnson, CEO of Agility, said the U.S. needs a policy framework that can strengthen what’s already working for the humanoid industry.

DZYNE Technologies specializes in long-endurance autonomous aircraft, counter-drone systems, and autonomous effects.

XTEND said the newly granted patent expands its portfolio supporting autonomous navigation, operator assistance, and mission execution.

Around the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Hyundai and Boston Dynamics have taught footwork to the Atlas humanoid, while the Spot robot is on patrol.

Quantum plans to use the proceeds to expand production capacity, strengthen supply chain resilience, and more.

Luxonis said it plans to scale production of its OAK camera and refine its platform to support robotics and industrial automation.

RoboticsCareer.org now lists the growing job opportunities in physical AI and enables employers to connect to qualified talent.

The Navy’s industrial base review identified a projected need for 174,000 new workers. GrayMatter says robotics can fill this gap.

While service robotics adoption grows, industrial automation faces greater demand and bigger obstacles, notes a columnist.

As the proposed National Commission on Robotics advances, industry leaders continue to call for more unified U.S. policy.

Allen Control Systems will use the funding to scale manufacturing and accelerate deployment of its autonomous weapon station, Bullfrog.

The robotics developer is focusing on providing emergency care in active war zones and beyond.

Mach Industries will use the funding to accelerate executing government contracts, acquire talent, develop products, and expand its network. 

Cirtronics is exhibiting and presenting an expert panel at the Robotics Summit & Expo on how to successfully commercialize robotics.

Havoc claims that defense technology is entering a new era where national security priorities are demanding unified, all-domain autonomy.

The companies will combine EnPower’s electrode and pouch cell manufacturing capabilities with Anthro Energy’s Proteus electrolyte platform.

With $7.5 million in funding, WaiV Robotics is working to productize its drone landing system, and find OEM partners to work with.

Launchpad Build AI says its Manufacturing Language Model can democratize automation for high-mix, low-volume production with inputs from photos, videos, or CAD.

SS Innovations designed the SSi Vimana Aero to bring robotic surgical care directly to wounded soldiers. It is also working on a surgical humanoid.