The 'select weapons' of the USA in the Iran war and which companies profit from it
US defense contractors have agreed to quadruple arms production following a meeting at the White House, significantly increasing military spending related to the Iran war.
Trump's Claude ban: the first salvo in a long battle over who controls AI
The Trump administration has banned the use of Anthropic's Claude AI by defense contractors, igniting a significant debate over the regulation and control of artificial intelligence technology in military applications.
The War in Iran Provides More Stock Market Ammunition for Trump’s Contractors
The ongoing conflict in Iran is boosting stock prices for U.S. defense contractors, including Northrop, RTX, and Lockheed, as they supply materials amidst potential ammunition shortages.
US-Iran War: Trump and Contractors Agree to Quadruple High-End Weapon Production
President Trump announced a commitment from major defense contractors to quadruple the production of high-end weaponry amid ongoing concerns about the adequacy of the U.S. arsenal in the context of the Iran conflict.
US media: The Pentagon officially identified these AI developers as a supply chain risk
The Pentagon's new ruling designates AI developer Anthropic as a supply chain risk for defense contractors in a historic move against a US company.
The U.S. government has labeled Anthropic as a risk. The company is behind a popular AI model
The U.S. Department of Defense has officially designated the AI company Anthropic as a risk to its supply chain, prohibiting government contractors from utilizing its technologies for military contracts.
White House insists weapons stash can go 'much further' but calls defense giants for pivotal Trump chat
The White House maintains that U.S. munitions are ample for current operations but urges defense contractors to increase production swiftly.
US contractors in Kuwait decry meager bunkers and pay cuts amid Iran war: ‘We’re treated as expendable’
Employees of V2X Inc on US military bases in Kuwait report inadequate shelter and pay cuts during rising tensions in the region due to Iranian missile attacks.
China places key Japanese defense contractors and others on export blacklist
China has added 20 Japanese firms, including major defense contractors, to its export control blacklist amid escalating tensions with Japan.
China Targets Key Japanese Defense Companies... "Japan's 20 Companies Subject to Dual-Use Export Controls"
China has placed 20 Japanese military enterprises, including key defense contractors, on an export control list for dual-use goods amid rising tensions regarding Japan's military capabilities.
US Military: Trump attacks America's defense contractors
President Donald Trump has threatened American defense companies with bans on dividend payouts and stock buybacks, citing concerns over their investments and high executive pay.
Trump says he plans crackdown on defense firms over executive pay and stock buybacks
Donald Trump announced plans to impose restrictions on executive pay and stock buybacks at defense contractors amid criticism of their failure to deliver essential military equipment.
Ready a fleet of seaplanes: what is behind Trump's move
The Pentagon plans to use a fleet of civilian amphibious aircraft, managed by contractors, to enhance U.S. operational capabilities in the Pacific as part of a new initiative from the recently approved National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).