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- Hypersonic Spending Surge Brings A New Wave Of Defense Execution Talent Into The Commercial Space RaceIssued on behalf of Starfighters Space, Inc. As Washington pours capital into hypersonic test infrastructure and missile defense modernization, the public space-and-defense complex is racing to hire the operators who can convert contracts into delivered hardware. CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla., May 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Energy Metal News News Commentary — U.S. defense and space spending is running through one of the most intense procurement cycles in decades. The Department of War's Test Resource Management Center is funding sustained hypersonic flight test campaigns, the Space Force is awarding multi-hundred-million-dollar ground-system primacy contracts, NATO allies are placing high-eight
- As the Counter-Drone Era Goes Mainstream, This Nasdaq AI Defense Stock Just Landed a World Cup Deployment OrderIssued on behalf of VisionWave Holdings, Inc. Companies mentioned in this commentary include: VisionWave Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:VWAV), Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS), Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:RCAT), Ondas Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:ONDS), Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE:UMAC). Key Takeaways: The global counter-drone market has become one of the fastest-growing niches in defense, driven by the proliferation of cheap weaponized UAS across battlefields and public events.VisionWave Holdings (NASDAQ:VWAV) presented its three-pillar technology platform — VisionRF™, Stratum™, and qSpeed™ — to more than 580 investors at the 91st Emerging Growth Conference on April 2,
- Companies Unveiling Autonomous Defense System Amid Surge Toward $43 Billion Global MarketIntegrated AI system empowers forces to detect, decide, and deploy faster than traditional command structuresNEW YORK, March 30, 2026 /CNW/ -- Market News Updates News Commentary - Autonomous systems are transforming defense operations by enabling militaries to conduct missions with reduced human intervention, increased precision, and faster decision-making cycles. These systems include unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), ground robots, maritime platforms, and AI-enabled command systems that support intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), and combat roles. Their integration is largely driven by advancements in artificial intelligence, sensor fusion, and real-time data processing, allo
- Kratos Announces Appointment of David King to Board of DirectorsSAN DIEGO, March 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS), a Technology, Hardware, Products, System and Software Company addressing the Defense, National Security and Commercial Markets, today announced that the Company has appointed David King to the Kratos Board of Directors, effective March 23, 2026. Mr. King will serve as a member of the Audit Committee of the Kratos Board of Directors. Mr. King has served as a senior executive and board member in the aerospace, defense, national security and government sectors for more than four decades. Mr. King previously served as an executive officer and a member of the board of directors of Dynetics, I
- Kratos to Acquire Israel-Based Orbit Technologies Ltd for $356.3 MillionSAN DIEGO, Nov. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., a technology company in defense, national security, and global markets, announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent of the ordinary shares of Orbit Technologies Ltd (ORBI.TA) for $356.3 million, which is expected to be funded via cash on Kratos' balance sheet. Orbit is a leading global provider of mission-critical satellite-based communication systems for mobile and unmanned aerial, seaborne, undersea and land systems, military vehicles and other systems. Orbit provides its hardware, products and systems to major air forces, traditional prime contractors and emergin
- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions to Join S&P MidCap 400 IndexSAN DIEGO, Sept. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS), a Technology Company in the Defense, National Security and Global Markets, announced today that it will be added to the S&P MidCap 400 Index, transitioning from the S&P SmallCap 600 Index. The move reflects Kratos' continued growth, performance, and market recognition as the company scales its leadership in unmanned systems, hypersonics, space, propulsion, and other national security solutions. Placement in the MidCap 400 highlights Kratos' trajectory as it executes on key programs and expands its role within the U.S. defense industrial base. "We are honored to be recognized through our
- AppLovin, Robinhood Markets and Emcor Group Set to Join S&P 500; Others to Join S&P 100, S&P MidCap 400 and S&P SmallCap 600NEW YORK, Sept. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Dow Jones Indices ("S&P DJI") will make the following changes to the S&P 100, S&P 500, S&P MidCap 400, and S&P SmallCap 600 indices effective prior to the open of trading on Monday, September 22, to coincide with the quarterly rebalance. The changes ensure each index is more representative of its market capitalization range. The companies being removed from the S&P SmallCap 600 are no longer representative of the small-cap market space. Uber Technologies Inc. (NYSE:UBER) will replace Charter Communications Inc. (NASD: CHTR) in the S&P 100. Charter Communications will remain in the S&P 500.AppLovin Corp. (NASD: APP), Robinhood Markets Inc. (NASD: H
- U.S. Defense Secretary Fast-Tracking Drone Production a Massive Win for Drone StocksMarketNewsUpdates News Commentary NEW YORK, July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On Thursday U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced breaking developments for the Drone Manufacturing Industry by issuing new orders to fast-track drone manufacturing operations, cutting red tape by calling for extensive reforms to Pentagon drone-buying practices. Hegseth announced he was signing memos to rescind restrictive policies regarding drone production and deployment. The memos state that the Defense Secretary plans to delegate authorities to procure and operate drones, deemed "vital" technology. Shares of drone manufacturers jumped in the premarket today following yesterday's announcement. The announ
- DoorDash, TKO Group Holdings, Williams-Sonoma and Expand Energy Set to Join S&P 500; Others to Join S&P 100, S&P MidCap 400 and S&P SmallCap 600NEW YORK, March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Dow Jones Indices ("S&P DJI") will make the following changes to the S&P 100, S&P 500, S&P MidCap 400, and S&P SmallCap 600 indices effective prior to the open of trading on Monday, March 24, to coincide with the quarterly rebalance. The changes ensure each index is more representative of its market capitalization range. All companies being added to the S&P 100 are more representative of the mega-cap market space. All companies being added to the S&P 500 are more representative of the large-cap market space, all companies being added to the S&P MidCap 400 are more representative of the mid-cap market space, and all companies being added to the S&P
- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Welcomes Claire Burghoff as Vice President of Government Affairs & Corporate CommunicationsSAN DIEGO, June 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS), a technology company in Defense, National Security and Global Markets, today announced the addition of Claire Burghoff to its corporate team as the Vice President of Government Affairs & Corporate Communications. In this role, Claire will lead corporate communications for Kratos and will support the company's strategic initiatives in government affairs, leveraging her extensive experience and ability to marry public relations strategies with government affairs initiatives to communicate the value of Kratos' low-cost, high-performance technology, solutions, and breakthroughs to national def
- Outerbridge Sends Letter to Comtech Board of DirectorsBelieves Shareholders Have Lost Confidence in Company's Leadership – As Evidenced by Double-Digit Decline in Share Price after Announcement of Planned Appointment of Michael Porcelain as CEO and Disappointing FY21 Results Highlights Company's Long-Term Underperformance, Strategic Inattention, and History of Failed M&A Strategy Remains Open to Constructive Resolution, Despite Comtech's Unfortunate Misrepresentation of Engagement with Outerbridge to Date Outerbridge Nominees Would Bring Essential Experience and Expertise to Comtech Board and Help Unlock the Company's Substantial Intrinsic Value Outerbridge Capital Management, LLC ("Outerbridge"), a beneficial owner of approximately 4.95%
- Kratos Appoints Deanna Lund to Board of DirectorsSAN DIEGO, June 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS), a leading National Security Solutions provider, is pleased to announce the appointment of Deanna Hom Lund to the Company's Board of Directors. Ms. Lund has served as Kratos' Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer since April 2009. Ms. Lund was Kratos' Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from April 2004 to March 2009. Prior to joining Kratos, Ms. Lund was the Vice President and Corporate Controller of Titan Corporation from July 1998 to 2004. Ms. Lund was also Titan's Corporate Controller from December 1996 to July 1998, and its Corporate Manager of Operations A