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Polite Society Industries Launches Premium Silencers – Rimfire Through .36 Caliber

Thursday, August 13th, 2026

Polite Society Industries Launches Premium Silencers – Rimfire Through .36 Caliber

Built to Last. Priced to Own.

TAMPA, Fla. (August 12, 2026) — Polite Society Industries (PSI) today announced its first line of premium silencers, covering rimfire through .36 caliber and designed by a team of industry veterans.

“We designed our silencers around what laser powder bed fusion makes possible,” said Jon Scott, president of Polite Society Industries. “You can form geometry inside a silencer that nobody would have considered ten years ago and put material only where the part actually needs it. What comes out is light, durable in the places that take the abuse, and does its job. Weight, strength, and suppression used to be a trade – you gave up one to get another – but not anymore.”

Every PSI silencer carries the same promise. If used properly and it breaks, the company fixes it. If it cannot be fixed, it is replaced. If it cannot be replaced, the customer gets their money back.

“Until this year, you waited the better part of a year for a silencer, and if something went wrong, making it right could mean starting the federal paperwork over and waiting all over again for something you had already paid for,” Scott said. “That wait is largely now over. We wrote our warranty to be used when needed.”

Pricing follows the same thinking. “A silencer costs less to build today than it did ten years ago, and that is true across this industry,” continued Scott. “But the prices people are used to were set when a silencer took the better part of a year and two hundred dollars in tax to get. Scarcity like that keeps prices high on its own. That scarcity is gone. It seems more polite to pass along the savings than to keep pricing for a market that no longer exists.”

The phrase “An armed society is a polite society,” from Robert Heinlein’s book Beyond This Horizon, is the philosophical position on which PSI is founded. Politeness is a choice people make when they have every capacity to impose and choose not to, and PSI products make that choice easier.

For full specifications, pricing, and a guide for first-time buyers, visit PoliteSocietyInd.com.

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Lockheed Martin Announces Strigo And New Product Center Of Missile Technology Solutions To Support The Arsenal Of Freedom

Wednesday, August 12th, 2026

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 10, 2026 — Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) announced today the launch of Strigo™ – a new set of modular defense solutions that includes radio-frequency (RF) sensors, missile datalinks and missile seeker technologies built on a common baseline. Leveraging common architectures, Strigo solutions can be reconfigured quickly for a range of missions, from air defense to missile defense to air-to-surface engagements and beyond.

To support the rapid development of Strigo solutions, Lockheed Martin has established a dedicated product center to accelerate the concept-to-delivery pipeline of these new capabilities. The product center serves as a storefront of ready-now and near-ready solutions that can be quickly adapted to, and evolve with, a customer’s mission set.

Within the Strigo Product Center, Lockheed Martin conducts proactive research to develop and produce new RF sensor and missile technologies before a requirement is even formalized – ensuring the hardware is available at the pace of evolving threats.

WHAT’S NEW

Established less than two years ago, the Strigo Product Center has already advanced multiple concepts from initial design through successful testing, demonstrating a faster path from innovation to operational capability.

Specifically, technologies developed through Lockheed Martin’s Strigo family of solutions have informed aspects of the PrSM Increment 2 seeker package.

WHY IT MATTERS

Speed to Capability: Driven by speed and Lockheed Martin’s extensive expertise in developing sensor solutions, the Strigo Product Center enables concepts to move from sketch to tested solution in months, not years, accelerating delivery of critical capabilities to warfighters.

Supporting the Arsenal of Freedom: The Strigo Product Center delivers solutions that can be rapidly adapted to counter emerging threats, helping America and its allies maintain a decisive advantage on the battlefield.

Investing with Intent: Lockheed Martin has committed $250 million to date to the Strigo Product Center. This investment fuels proactive innovation that stays ahead of customer requirements while leveraging modular architectures to lower lifecycle costs and guarantee long?term sustainment.

EXPERT PERSPECTIVE

“By putting proactive research and development at the forefront, the Strigo Product Center lets us test and deploy new solutions at unprecedented speed. That’s how we turn ‘what if’ into ‘what’s next’ faster than ever before,” said Stacy Kubicek, vice president and general manager, Lockheed Martin Sensors and Global Sustainment. “Leveraging our deep expertise in advanced sensor and missile technologies, this long-term investment reshapes the way we develop and deliver next-generation, mission-ready capabilities, ensuring our warfighters have the solutions they need the moment threats evolve.”

WHAT’S NEXT

Lockheed Martin will continue to invest in new RF sensor, missile seeker and missile datalink technologies to accelerate today’s munitions acceleration efforts while laying the foundation for the next generation of U.S. military capabilities.

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Darley Named No. 2026 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List, the Most Prestigious Ranking of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Wednesday, August 12th, 2026

Company Recognized for Three-Year Revenue Growth, Earning a Place Among the Nation’s Most Successful Independent Businesses

Itasca, Illinois, August 12, 2026 – Darley today announced it has been ranked No. 2026 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, the annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list is the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s most successful independent and entrepreneurial businesses, recognizing companies that have achieved remarkable growth while driving innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of the economy. Past honorees include companies such as Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Oracle, and Patagonia.

“Being named to the Inc. 5000 is an incredible honor and a testament to the dedication of our employees, the trust of our customers, and the strength of our partnerships,” said Paul Darley, CEO & Chairman of Darley. “As a fourth-generation family-owned company, we remain committed to delivering innovative solutions that support first responders, warfighters, and the communities they serve. This recognition reflects the hard work of our entire team and our continued focus on creating lasting value for our customers.”

This year’s Inc. 5000 recognizes a new class of companies redefining what growth looks like. From AI and advanced manufacturing to healthcare, consumer products, and professional services, these businesses are expanding their impact, creating jobs and proving that entrepreneurial ambition continues to fuel the U.S. economy. Among the 5,000 companies on the list, the median three-year revenue growth rate was 130%, and those companies have collectively added more than 627,208 jobs to the U.S. economy over the past three years.

For the full Inc. 5000 list, honoree company profiles, and a searchable database by industry and location, please visit: www.inc.com/inc5000.

“Every company on the Inc. 5000 has a story of perseverance, smart decision making, and a refusal to sit still,” says Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc. “Their growth reflects more than strong financial performance–it reflects creativity, resilience, and the customer focus required to build companies that make a lasting impact. We congratulate all honorees on this significant achievement.”

Inc. will celebrate the honorees at the 2026 Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, taking place October 14–16 in Dallas, Texas and the top 500 will be listed in the Fall issue of Inc. Magazine. Tickets are on sale now.

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ADAPTIV Defense Launches The F.L.I. Drone Goggle Harness

Wednesday, August 12th, 2026

Spring Hill, TN – Today, military and law enforcement SUAS/FPV operators face a number of challenges with emerging drone technology. One of those challenges is having a streamlined way to wear FPV goggles while wearing a helmet. Most FPV goggles come equipped with an elastic headband requiring the user to remove their helmet to put on and take off the goggles. The ADAPTIV Defense F.L.I. (Fast Latch Integrated) Drone Goggle Harness utilizes magnetic Fidlock® attachment points mounted directly on modular helmet rails giving the user the ability to quickly don and doff their system without the burden of Velcro, bungees, or losing the ability to have their NVG system mounted in their helmet shroud.

The system includes a neckband safety strap allowing the drone operator to keep the goggle retained and accessible while managing their SUAS or maintaining readiness with their rifle. An included padded headband allows the user to swap to a more conventional wearing-method when the helmet is not required. The headband also comes with hook and loop straps for users that head mount their battery packs.

At ADAPTIV Defense, we take professional user feedback seriously, and during the development of this harness system, several updates were made based on current military SUAS operator requests to ensure the best user experience possible. The standard F.L.I. kit includes two ARC Rail helmet mounts.Alternative mounting solutions for helmets like the ARMY IHPS are available upon request. More information can be found HERE and inquires can be directed to: contact@adaptivdefense.com

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Fierce Firearms Launches the Wingman SBR: A 5.4-Pound Precision Rifle Built to Ride Along

Tuesday, August 11th, 2026

Titanium-actioned and carbon-barreled at just 5.4 pounds bare, the Wingman brings full-size precision to a 12.5-inch package, arriving as the $0 federal transfer tax makes short-barreled rifles more accessible than ever.

REDMOND, Utah — August 10, 2026 — Fierce Firearms today announced the launch of the Wingman SBR, a short-barreled precision rifle chambered in 22 Creedmoor, 25 Creedmoor, and 6.5 Creedmoor. Built on the company’s CT Mini Rogue platform with a titanium action and a 12.5-inch carbon-fiber barrel, the Wingman weighs just 5.4 pounds bare — a genuine precision rifle compact enough to ride under a truck seat, behind a UTV seat, or in a pack, and shoot when it comes out.

Built for the hunter and shooter who wants precision without a full-size footprint, the Wingman’s light weight and compact length suit it naturally to varmint and predator work: the fast-handling, move-often, grab-it-quick shooting where a full-size rifle is a burden. In 22 Creedmoor with a purpose-built varmint bullet, it is a dedicated small-game and varmint rifle; in 25 Creedmoor, it crosses over to predators and deer-sized game alike; and in 6.5 Creedmoor, it runs as a precise match and varmint rifle on the most widely available factory ammunition in the segment. At a suggested retail of $2,995, it undercuts comparable offerings in a lighter, shorter package.

“We built the Wingman to be the one rifle that’s always with you—in the truck, in the blind, in your pack. It’s short enough to stow anywhere and never gets in the way, but it doesn’t give up performance to get there. That’s what makes it your wingman,” said John Mogle, CEO of Fierce Firearms.

The launch arrives at a turning point for the category. As of January 1, 2026, the federal transfer tax on short-barreled rifles was reduced from $200 to $0. Electronic Form 4 transfers filed by individuals are currently being approved in a matter of days rather than the months the process historically required. The NFA registration process, including the required background check and approval before transfer, remains fully in place; what has changed is that the $200 tax that accompanied it for decades is now $0. Between the reduced transfer tax and dramatically shortened approval times, an SBR is more accessible to the law-abiding buyer today than at nearly any point since the National Firearms Act took effect in 1934.

Key features:

– Platform: Fierce CT Mini Rogue, titanium action, 70 degree bolt throw

– Barrel: 12.5″ carbon fiber

– Trigger: Trigger Tech Primary Pro

– Weight: 5.4 lbs, bare rifle (no optic, mount, or accessories)

– Chamberings: 22 Creedmoor, 25 Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor

– MSRP: $2,995

– Class: Short-barreled rifle (NFA item; where legal, transfer through an SOT/FFL dealer required)

In Fierce testing with DirtNap Ammunition (the company’s in-house load line, developed and validated for the Wingman), the three chamberings delivered muzzle velocities, all from the 12.5-inch barrel, of 2,810 fps in 22 Creedmoor (62-grain Hornady ELD-VT), 2,725 fps in 25 Creedmoor (110-grain Nosler AccuBond), and 2,500 fps in 6.5 Creedmoor (120-grain Hornady ELD-M). In 25 Creedmoor, the load retains sufficient velocity and energy for effective terminal performance on deer-sized game to 400 yards.

Availability

The Wingman SBR is available beginning August 10, 2026, through Fierce Firearms dealers holding the appropriate NFA/SOT credentials, and at fiercearms.com. As an NFA-regulated firearm, the Wingman is available only where permitted by state and local law, and all transfers are subject to federal registration requirements. Buyers should confirm legality in their jurisdiction before purchase.

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DroneShield Launches RfRecon, Marking the Evolution from RF Detection to RF Intelligence

Tuesday, August 11th, 2026

Enabling operators to detect, locate, and understand activity in the RF environment – from a single portable platform.

Sydney, Australia – 10 August 2026 – DroneShield (ASX:DRO), a global leader in advanced counter-drone (CUAS) technology, today announced the launch of its latest flagship product, the RfRecon, a portable RF intelligence solution designed to help defence, government, and security organisations better understand the electromagnetic environment wherever operations occur.

Built on DroneShield’s recently launched proprietary RfAI-3 intelligence architecture, RfRecon enables operators to rapidly sense, identify, locate, and assess RF activity from a single device. Rather than simply collecting spectrum data, it provides the operational context needed to support faster and more informed decisions in the field.

Modern operations increasingly depend on understanding the electromagnetic environment. The rapid growth of uncrewed systems, electronic warfare capabilities, and wireless communications has dramatically increased the volume of complexity of RF activity surrounding today’s operators. While sensing technologies have become more capable, interpreting that information still requires multiple systems, specialist expertise, or time-consuming analysis.

RfRecon was developed to change that.

By combining ultra-wideband spectrum awareness, precision direction finding, and RfAI-3-powered signal intelligence within a single portable capability, RfRecon delivers immediate operational understanding while reducing operator workload and accelerating decision-making at the tactical edge.

Image: RfRecon powered by RfAI-3 senses unknown RF activity surrounding today’s operators.

RfRecon delivers a step change in capability versus previous industry adopted solutions, combining approximately six (6) times more radio frequency spectrum coverage, four (4) times greater processing and AI compute, thirty-one (31) times more storage, and eight (8) times more memory, while introducing advanced capabilities such as direction finding, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, Remote ID, AIS/ADS-B detection, integrated GNSS, and hardware-based security. Collectively, these enhancements position RfRecon as a significantly more capable and future-ready sensing platform.

“The electromagnetic spectrum has become one of the most important sources of operational intelligence on the modern battlefield, but collecting data is no longer enough,” said Angus Bean, Chief Executive Officer of DroneShield. “The teams that gain the greatest advantage will be those that can rapidly understand what they’re seeing and confidently act on it. RfRecon reflects that shift by bringing RF intelligence directly to the tactical edge”.

RfRecon is designed to operate within a layered defence architecture, extending RF intelligence from the tactical edge to enterprise command-and-control. The capability supports dismounted, vehicle-mounted, expeditionary, and fixed-site operations, and its open architecture and support for industry-standard data transfer enable rapid integration into existing security and defence ecosystems.

Image: RfRecon’s multi-mission design extends RF intelligence from tactical edge to enterprise command-and-control.

RfRecon interoperates with the tools operators already rely on, including ATAK, third-party command-and-control platforms, and complementary sensor technologies. It can also form part of layered counter-UAS architectures incorporating cyber takeover and kinetic defeat capabilities. Whether deployed standalone or integrated into broader mission systems, RfRecon helps organisations build a more complete understanding of activity across the electromagnetic environment. RfRecon will continue to benefit from ongoing enhancements delivered through DroneShield’s software roadmap, ensuring customers gain access to future improvements in RF intelligence capabilities over time.

RfRecon is available immediately for qualified defence, government and security customers worldwide.

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EOTECH Launches New CUAS Holographic Weapon Sights

Monday, August 10th, 2026

Plymouth, MI (August 2026) – The battlefield is everchanging. Today, small, low-cost drones are proliferating across the world, posing significant threats to military installations, personnel, and critical infrastructures. To combat this aerial threat, EOTECH is proud to announce the development of the HWS CUAS.

The Counter Unmanned Aircraft Sight (CUAS) provides the individual soldier with advanced capabilities to immobilize drones. Available in both the EXPS3 and XPS3 models, the HWS CUAS includes a sophisticated aiming reticle that enables rapid engagement of both stationary and moving drones.

Used for stationary drones, the reticle consists of a primary aiming dot with fractured outer circles to enhance target acquisition. Additional lead references provide intuitive holds for crossing targets at varying distances. Assuming a 30-mph drone crossing at a 90-degree path, the user would simply position the inner left or right dot on drones at 50m out and use the outer chevrons to engage drones at 90m out.

“Holography is essential when designing large pattern reticles. The CUAS reticle is achieved through complex and often expensive unconventional optics to correct for parallax error and other aberrations.” Said Todd Estes, VP of Engineering for EOTECH. “The holographic solution ensures that all the potential aiming points stay in focus at the target position regardless of the size and shape of the reticle. Holographic optical elements provide a wider field of view and unrecognizable parallax compared to conventional lenses.”

The EXPS3 model offers side buttons that are useful when using night-vision systems or magnifiers. It is equipped with an adjustable, lockable quick-detach lever for easy attachment and removal. The EXPS3 model also provides lower 1/3 co-witness with iron sights. The XPS3 version offers true co-witness height, rear buttons, and a 7/64 hex crossbolt for a more permanent mounting solution.

EOTECH HWS CUAS Specifications:

L x W x H:

3.8″ x 2.3″ x 2.6″ (96.5 x 58.4 x 65 mm) (EXPS3)

3.8” x 2.1” x 2.5” (96.5 x 53.3 x 64mm) (XPS3)

Weight:

11.2 oz (317.5 g) (EXPS3)

9.0 oz (255 g) (XPS3)

Water Resistant:

33ft (10m) depth (NV)

Mount:

1″ Weaver or MIL-STD-1913 rail

Zero Adjustments:

0.5 MOA per click

Brightness:

20 daylight settings

10 NV settings (night vision compatible model)

Power Source:

1 x CR123 battery

Battery Life:

1,000 continuous hours at nominal setting 4 at room temperature

Country of Origin:

Made in the USA

For more information, please visit www.eotechinc.com.

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USAA Unveils The National Military Monument, Honoring More Than 41 Million Americans Who Have Answered the Call to Serve Since the Revolutionary War

Sunday, August 9th, 2026

Immersive experience on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial invites every American to remember and honor generations of military service during the nation’s 250th anniversary commemoration.

SAN ANTONIO, TX – July 27, 2026 – As Americans continue commemorating our nation’s 250thanniversary, The National Military Monument will open to the public on July 28, offering a one-of-a-kind tribute honoring more than 41 million Americans who have answered the call to serve across 250 years of our nation’s history. Located on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., the monument invites visitors to reflect on the generations of Americans whose courage, sacrifice and commitment has shaped our country and safeguarded the freedoms we enjoy today.

Drawing from military and public records dating back to the Revolutionary War, the monument honors generations of Americans who answered the call to serve. Because no single historical record captures every individual who has served, the names displayed have been assembled from multiple trusted sources, such as National Public Records (Virginia Beneficiary Identification and Records Locator Subsystem, National Parks Service, WWII Army Enlistment, Multiple POW Lists), Veteran Service Organizations and USAA Members who opted in.

“This monument is ultimately about people,” said Juan C. Andrade, President and CEO of USAA. “Every name represents someone who stepped away from family and chose something greater than themselves. Their service has protected the freedoms we enjoy today and shaped the nation we call home. We hope every person who walks through The National Military Monument leaves thinking about someone they know who served, reflecting on their sacrifice and carrying forward a deeper sense of gratitude.”

This monument brings tradition and technology together, its towering double-sided flags blend classic monument design with cutting-edge digital screens that illuminate the names of generations of military servicemembers. As visitors walk alongside the monument, the flags appear to gently wave in the wind, creating a powerful reminder that behind every stripe is a person, a family and a story of service.

Throughout the installation, interactive kiosks invite visitors to search for parents, grandparents, siblings, friends and loved ones who have served. For many, the experience will transform from simply viewing a monument into discovering a personal connection to America’s military story.

Beginning July 28, visitors can also search online, confirm loved ones are included and submit names that are not yet represented, allowing this living tribute to continue growing over time. Due to privacy protections and the availability of public records, some currently serving military members and veterans may not yet appear.

The National Military Monument opens to the public at 10:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, July 28, and admission is free. Visitors can learn more, search for names and submit additional records by visiting USAA.com/Monument250.

More than a monument, this installation stands as a national expression of gratitude and respect for the millions of Americans whose service has defined our country’s first 250 years and continues to safeguard its future.

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