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BAE Systems has made a strategic investment in Oxford Dynamics, a UK-based deep-tech start-up specialising in artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, as part of its ongoing drive to identify and harness innovative technologies for rapid deployment. The collaboration will see BAE Systems combine its defence and security knowledge with Oxford Dynamics’ ...


Electro Optic Systems Holdings Limited is pleased to announce that it has secured an order for a drone defence capability using a new 100kW high energy laser technology. EOS is already a global leader in counter-drone capability using traditional kinetic weapons to bring down drones. The new high energy laser builds ...


In a landmark move for international defence innovation, the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has selected Australian dual-use technology company Castlepoint Systems to prevent data leaks with AI-powered data control. Castlepoint’s proprietary Explainable AI technology will provide real-time, automated control over complex datasets to reduce the risk of human-led errors ...


Serco has been awarded a four-year contract by the UK Ministry of Defence to provide engineering support and maintenance of the BAE SYSTEMS Air Defence Radar based at Remote Radar Head (RRH) Portreath in Cornwall, following a competitive procurement process. Under the contract Serco will provide first and second line maintenance ...


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