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- 1Ukraine strikes Russian plant making missile components▼Ukraine strikes Russian defense plant producing missile components, General Staff says
Ukraine's General Staff says its forces struck a Russian defense plant that produces components for missiles. The attack targets Russia's military-industrial capacity as the war continues. Further details on damage or casualties were not immediately provided, and Russia has not yet commented on the strike.
- 2AI and arms sectors push Germany's unicorn startups to record level●AI boom and arms industry set €1bn startups at record level in Germany
Germany has reached a record number of startups valued at €1 billion or more, driven largely by investment in artificial intelligence companies and a resurgent defence industry. Growth in the arms sector reflects rising European defence spending, while AI firms have attracted strong venture capital. The trend marks a notable shift for Germany's startup landscape.
- 3Nvidia recruits Anthropic and Arm for AI security platform▼Nvidia recruits group including Anthropic, Arm for AI security platform
Nvidia has brought together a group of technology companies, including AI developer Anthropic and chip designer Arm, to work on a platform for AI security. The collaboration signals growing industry concern about protecting artificial intelligence systems as adoption accelerates. Details about the platform's scope and other participants have not yet been made fully public.
- 4Japan Considers Humanoid Robots for Some Military Roles▼Japan to Consider Replacing Some Military Personnel with Humanoid Robots
Japan is reportedly planning to study replacing some of its military personnel with humanoid robots. The move would address personnel shortages and reduce risk to soldiers, and it has drawn attention given Japan's pacifist constitution and its leading robotics industry. Details on which roles could be automated and the timeline remain limited.
- 5Turkish defense minister says military strength boosts global standing●Turkish military strengthens Türkiye’s hand on global stage: Minister
Türkiye's defense minister said the country's strengthening military capability is reinforcing its position on the global stage. The remarks underline Ankara's push to present its armed forces and growing defense industry as key instruments of international influence and diplomacy.
- 6Armatrix Plans Commercial Rollout of Snake-Like Robotic Arms▼ET Startup Awards 2026: Armatrix targets 10-12 pilots, commercial deployment of snake-like robotic arms in
Indian robotics startup Armatrix says it is targeting 10-12 pilot projects ahead of the commercial deployment of its snake-like robotic arms, announcing the plan as part of the ET Startup Awards 2026 coverage. The flexible robotic arms are aimed at industrial applications where conventional rigid robots struggle. The announcement highlights growing investor and media interest in India's deep-tech startup sector.