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Tech Start-Ups Try to Sell a Cautious Pentagon on A.I.

Shield AI, a tech start-up, already has a drone run by artificial intelligence being used by the Israeli military. But persuading the Pentagon to embrace the technology remains a big challenge.

By Eric Lipton and Erin Schaff

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Israel-Hamas War Adds to Surge in Global Weapons Sales

Israel’s conflict with Hamas, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the rise of China have brought a boom for weapons makers and a chance for Washington to build closer military ties to other countries.

By Eric Lipton

Beta Technologies California Defense Contracts Electric and Hybrid Vehicles Federal Aviation Administration Joby Aero Inc (Joby Aviation) Military Bases and Installations Pilots Start-ups

Air Force Receives Its First Electric Air Taxi

Joby Aviation delivered the aircraft, which can carry a pilot and four passengers, to Edwards Air Force Base in California for testing.

By Niraj Chokshi

Advertising and Marketing Defense Contracts Fashion and Apparel Lockheed Martin Corporation

Lockheed Martin, but Make It Fashion

The American defense contractor, best known as the world’s largest arms dealer, is getting into the streetwear business.

By Jessica Roy

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