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$3 Shots, Xbox Controllers, and a Lasers on the Rio Grande

The first three drones came down late on August 25 and into the 26th. Joint Task Force–Southern Border used a vehicle-mounted Army Multipurpose High Energy Laser in the Rio Grande Valley and called the aircraft a physical threat to U.S. troops and Border Patrol. Two weeks later, officers in McAllen told CBS News the probing […]

IDF’s Data Revolution: Space, Lasers, and the Future of Multi-Domain Warfare

Space used to be the final frontier for exploration and satellite TV. Today, it’s rapidly turning into a contested battlefield where nations are racing to gain the upper hand. Israel, never one to sit on the sidelines when it comes to defense innovation, is leaning hard into this shift. Recent statements from top IDF officials […]

Revolutionizing Protection Against Drone Threats – With Freakn’ Lasers

In recent years, the proliferation of drone technology has transformed modern warfare, with drone swarms becoming a significant threat in conflict zones like Ukraine and the Middle East. As nations scramble to bolster their air defenses, a new weapon is gaining traction: lasers. Offering a cost-effective and versatile solution, laser defense systems are poised to […]