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DroneShield & Terma agree counter-drone collaboration

Rising demand for layered anti-drone defences could open new defence contracts as DroneShield and Terma test joint systems in key regions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week

Hyperscale

AWS selects record 67 Asia Pacific startups for space cohort

AWS has chosen a record 67 startups from Australia, India, and Japan for its 2025 Asia Pacific space accelerator, aiming to boost innovation with up to USD $100,000 credits each.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025

Semiconductors

Canada and UK partner with semiconductor supply chains

MoU formalises a three-year alliance in semiconductor supply, boosting innovation and security for G7 nations.

By Jake MacAndrew • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025

Unified Communications

Northrop Grumman extends Siemens partnership for digital upgrade

Siemens renews partnership with Northrop Grumman to enhance its digital ecosystem, boosting aerospace and defence innovation with the Xcelerator portfolio.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2025

Cybersecurity

Semperis appoints Alex Weinert to drive hybrid identity security

Semperis appoints identity security expert Alex Weinert as Chief Product Officer to boost product strategy against sophisticated cyber threats.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025

Multi-factor authentication

Cybercrime losses soar to USD $16.6 billion in 2024, outpacing US box office

Cybercrime surged to USD $16.6 billion in 2024, outpacing major US industries and spotlighting social engineering and older victims as prime targets.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025

Cloud Security

Check Point Infinity named top AI cyber security platform

Check Point's Infinity Platform has been named the top AI-powered cyber security solution in Miercom's 2025 Assessment, excelling in threat prevention and Zero Trust.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025

Firewalls

Cybersecurity expert calls for shift to data-centric defence

As cyber threats surge, Simon Pamplin of Certes calls for a radical shift to data-centric security, emphasising the inadequacy of traditional defence models.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025

Malware

Cyware partners with Team Cymru for enhanced threat feeds

Cyware has unveiled a partnership with Team Cymru to enhance its Threat Intelligence Platform, aiming to boost real-time cybersecurity against evolving threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025

Biometrics

Remote goods fraud to rise, eCommerce losses to hit $10B

A study by Juniper Research predicts a global 18% rise in remote physical goods fraud by 2025, with losses reaching USD $10 billion, driven by advanced tactics.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

Multi-factor authentication

Cybersecurity month highlights AI & proactive measures

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month kicks off, experts stress the urgency of adopting robust cyber defence strategies amid rising digital threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024

Gaming

Elsight secures its biggest defence deal worth $380,000

Elsight clinches its largest defence deal yet, securing a $380,000 order for a new battlefield communications device set to launch as part of a 2025 programme.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024

Data Protection

Cohesity & CrowdStrike expand partnership for advanced cybersecurity

Cohesity has expanded its partnership with CrowdStrike to boost threat detection and speed up response times, integrating data protection with threat intelligence.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Rafael partners with Oracle to boost global defence systems

RAFAEL's IMILITE and FIRE WEAVER systems are now available on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), enhancing global defence missions with rapid, actionable intelligence.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024

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Defence Systems stories

Robotics

Deteqt raises AUD $5 million to build quantum magnetometer

The seed cash will help the Sydney start-up target GPS-free defence navigation with a chip-scale sensor for drones, robots and vehicles.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month

Robotics

TEKEVER & EPE join forces on NZ autonomous systems

New Zealand defence and security buyers could get faster access to uncrewed aircraft and intelligence tools through the new partnership.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month

Space Technologies

Kymeta & iRocket partner on missile interceptor connectivity

Kymeta and iRocket partner to embed advanced satellite tech in missile interceptors, boosting connectivity and accuracy for next-gen defence systems.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Quantum Computing

Photonic receives CAD $1 million grant for NORAD quantum tech

Photonic says the grant will go towards its advanced quantum repeater and networking tech supporting NORAD's defence modernisation across North America.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 23rd Aug 2025

Firewalls

Australian firms face rising AI-powered cyberattacks threat

Australian businesses face rising AI-driven cyberattacks as criminals use machine learning and deepfakes, urging firms to adopt advanced cybersecurity measures.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025

EduTech

Over 12 million Brits to explore AI skills by 2025

A survey shows over 12 million UK consumers aim to learn about AI by 2025, reflecting a significant shift toward understanding this transformative technology.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024