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Earliest in view: Jul 10 · 18:13 UTCMost recent: Jul 10 · 18:13 UTC
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  • SECURITYJul 10 · 18:13 UTCBUSINESS INSIDER
    The Pentagon is spending big on lasers to shoot down hostile drones and cruise missiles

    The Pentagon is investing $86 million initially (with a total program max of $847 million) in laser weapons to counter drones and cruise missiles, partnering with nLIGHT Defense and Lockheed Martin Aculight. The goal is to scale power from 150kW to 300-500kW for effective missile defense, leveraging lower-cost, high-speed laser technology.

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