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Drones

The Future of Warfighting Technology Is Now, with Aviv Shapira

An Israeli defense-tech founder explains how AI-powered drone swarms, born in gaming and sports tech, are reshaping modern warfare.

April 17, 2026

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Ukraine’s Drones Could Launch a Military Tech Revolution

American companies are rushing to adapt the lessons of the country’s battlefields.

April 12, 2026

Aidan G. Stretch

The Drone Age Is Already Here

They’re doing serious work, from catching criminals to delivering rotisserie chickens.

February 11, 2026

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