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Gilat to Invest up to $3.5 Million in Disruptive ESA Based Drone Detection Startup Crosense

February 28th, 2025

Gilat expands its HLS and Defense strategic footprint with investment in cutting-edge deep-tech company

Petah Tikva, Israel, February 25, 2025 – Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT), a global leader in satellite networking technology, solutions, and services, today announced an investment of up to $3.5 million in Crosense, an early-stage startup revolutionizing drone detection and tracking. The investment is part of a funding round co-led by Frontier Capital, reinforcing strong industry confidence in Crosense’s disruptive technology. This move aligns with Gilat’s recently declared strategic focus on expanding its presence in the Homeland Security (HLS) and Defense sectors.

Crosense is developing a disruptive new class of deep-tech, electronically steered antenna (ESA) based drone detection and tracking systems, addressing an urgent, unmet need for securing airports, military bases, and critical infrastructure against unauthorized drone activity. Unlike traditional solutions, Crosense’s passive, all-weather, real-time system will provide 24/7 hermetic coverage, ensuring accurate, scalable, and cost-effective detection in all terrains, including dense urban environments.

“The rapid rise of drone threats has created an immediate demand for more effective detection solutions, and Crosense’s technology is poised to disrupt the market,” said Roni Stoleru, Chief Corporate Development Officer at Gilat. “This investment reflects Gilat’s commitment to the defense sector and our strategy to bring innovative, field-proven solutions to military and government customers worldwide. By supporting Crosense, we are reinforcing our role in safeguarding critical assets with next-generation technologies.”

“We are thrilled to have Gilat as our strategic partner and investor,” stated Crosense founder and CEO, Gil Zwirn. “Gilat’s extensive knowledge and expertise, as well as its robust global marketing and sales channels will be instrumental in our journey. This collaboration is expected to propel Crosense forward, fostering innovation and growth, and amplifying our reach and impact.”

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Silvus Technologies Launches MAN-PC: MANET Power Control for Enhanced LPD

February 28th, 2025

Following Rigorous Real-World Validation, MAN-PC is Now Available at 50% Off for a Limited Time

Los Angeles, California (February 27, 2025) – Silvus Technologies, Inc. (“Silvus”), a global leader in advanced wireless networking systems, today launched MAN-PC (MANET Power Control), a battle-tested solution proven by U.S. military users to minimize RF detection while maintaining robust network connectivity. To mark the official launch and its proven effectiveness, Silvus is offering a limited time 50% off discount on MAN-PC software licenses for qualified customers.

A core Low Probability of Detection (LPD) feature within Silvus’ Spectrum Dominance suite of LPI/LPD, and Anti-Jamming (AJ) capabilities, MAN-PC dynamically adjusts the transmit power of StreamCaster® MANET radios, ensuring reliable mesh network connectivity while significantly reducing RF emissions. This minimizes the probability of detection, allowing operators to maneuver closer to adversaries before being detected.

Validated LPD Performance in Real-World Operations

Tested and validated by U.S. military users, MAN-PC has demonstrated its effectiveness in reducing RF detectability while ensuring seamless MANET connectivity in real-world operations.

MAN-PC Key Capabilities:

• Dynamic Power Control: Automatically throttles transmit power to the minimum amount necessary to maintain network connectivity.

• Seamless Scalability: Configurable across every node within a mesh network to minimize their RF signature.

• Compatibility: Seamlessly integrates with other Spectrum Dominance capabilities, including MAN-IA (MANET Interference Avoidance) and MAN-IC (MANET Interference Cancellation).

Spectrum Dominance: Secure & Protected Communications in Contested Environments

As a software licensable extension of Silvus’ proprietary MN-MIMO waveform, Spectrum Dominance is an expansive suite of LPI/LPD and AJ resiliency capabilities that enable secure and protected mesh network communications without sacrificing performance. Together, they enable StreamCaster MANET radios to thrive in congested and contested electronic warfare (EW) environments, empowering operators to achieve their mission objectives even under electronic attack.

Spectrum Dominance takes a layered approach to LPI/LPD concealment and defense, with every radio in the Silvus MN-MIMO waveform powered mesh network performing real-time spectrum analysis and interference monitoring.

Upon detection of interference, Spectrum Dominance employs multiple AJ resiliency techniques to mitigate electronic attacks. By accessing Spectrum Dominance’s full suite of capabilities, the warfighter now has a range of options available to counter adversarial threats. Silvus is the only tactical MANET provider that delivers Spectrum Dominance LPI/LPD and AJ capabilities without sacrificing range, throughput, or robustness.

Spectrum Dominance – Core Feature Set:

• MAN-PC (MANET Power Control):Nodes dynamically adjusts the transmit power of StreamCaster MANET radios to minimize RF emissions while maintaining network connectivity.

• MAN-PW (MANET Protected Waveform): When MAN-PW is enabled, the MN-MIMO waveform is hardened for increased resiliency.

• MAN-IC (MANET Interference Cancellation): StreamCaster MANET radios continuously monitor for interference, using advanced spatial signal processing techniques to nullify the offending interfering signal.

• MAN-IA (MANET Interference Avoidance): StreamCaster MANET radios sense the RF spectrum for interference across multiple user-defined channels, moving the entire network to the cleanest frequency when interference is detected.

“Spectrum Dominance empowers the warfighter to achieve decision dominance and RF spectrum overmatch against any adversary,” said Jimi Henderson, Vice President of Sales for Silvus. “With MAN-PC, operators now have the ability to conceal or reduce their radio’s RF signature from adversarial detection, while maintaining reliable network connectivity in dynamically changing and contested environments.”

Limited-Time Offer: Get MAN-PC at 50% Off

Available as a licensable software extension of Silvus’ proprietary MN-MIMO waveform, MAN-PC is now available at 50% off for a limited time to qualified Silvus customers. MAN-PC is fully compatible with Silvus’ StreamCaster family of MANET radios, including the SC4400, SC4200, SL4200, and the recently announced SL5200 (OEM Radio Module).

Learn more about Spectrum Dominance expansive suite of LPI/LPD and AJ resiliency capabilities, and StreamCaster MANET radios. Stay connected with Silvus on LinkedIn.

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Friday Focus: New Stratton Flannel – 4oz

February 28th, 2025

The FirstSpear STRATTON FLANNEL – 4oz is a lightweight, long-sleeve shirt made from 100% cotton and is now offered in a new Green/Navy colorway.

The shirt includes two oversized chest pockets with button closures, providing secure storage for essentials like a phone or wallet, and features smooth metal buttons that ensure long-lasting wear.

Designed with an intentionally oversized fit, we recommend you size down one step from your normal t-shirt size for a standard fit. The button cuffs on the sleeves provide adjustable wrist comfort and styling versatility.

Made in the USA using imported cotton, this flannel is crafted to meet high-quality standards. This flannel’s lightweight design makes it ideal for layering (seen below paired with the FS Wind Cheater) or wearing alone in mild weather.

Whether for casual wear or outdoor adventures, the STRATTON FLANNEL – 4oz offers a balance of function and style.

FirstSpear is the premier source for cutting edge-tactical gear for military, law enforcement and those who train.

For more information visit First-Spear.com.

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352nd SOW, Finnish Utti Jaeger Regiment strengthen NATO’s interoperability in austere weather environments

February 28th, 2025

KOUVOLA, Finland (AFNS) —

Finnish Special Operations forces from the Utti Jaeger Regiment and U.S. Air Force 352nd Special Operations Wing participated in a bilateral training, Jan. 28-31, 2025, at Utti Jaeger Regiment base, Finland.

The training included airdrop operations in cold weather conditions utilizing the 352nd SOW’s MC-130J Commando II.

“The desired learning objective is familiarization with an allied force,” said the 352nd SOW exercise mission commander. “With Finland joining NATO, we want them to gain familiarization of aircraft and procedures involving both cargo and personnel airdrops using proper safety procedures.”

This training qualifies forces from the Utti Jaeger Regiment on static line jumps, military free-fall – both high-altitude high-opening and high-altitude low-opening – jumps, allowing Finnish jumpmasters to perform required maneuvers with U.S. personnel and aircraft.

“We’ve worked with the Finnish military before, but this will be the first time with the Utti Jaegers since Finland joined NATO,” said the mission commander. “The 352nd, and U.S. forces are proficient and well-versed in airdrop and Utti Jaegers are experts in extreme cold weather environments. We can take our combined experience and put them together to get a better product.”

A U.S. Space Force Guardian assigned to the 352nd SOW used the exercise as an opportunity to integrate with SOF operations by providing digital force protection capabilities, allowing U.S. forces to characterize malicious electromagnetic activities through signature matching and anomaly detection.

“Testing these sensors allows for higher fidelity in characterizing interference used by adversaries,” the Guardian said. “With this exercise we seek to build our knowledge base and better understand processes and procedures to set up a baseline of operations for future deployments of these sensors or others like it.”

By SSgt Caroline Parks, 352nd Special Operations Wing

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HENSOLDT and QinetiQ Germany Expand Their Cooperation: Training for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and Systems in Germany

February 27th, 2025

Taufkirchen, 26.02.2025 – The sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT and QinetiQ Germany have strengthened their collaboration in the field of uncrewed aerial vehicles and systems, with ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH serving as the prime contractor.

This strengthened alliance supports QinetiQ’s Global Threat Representation strategy, reinforcing its reputation as a global service provider for military exercises, from operational analysis to implementing new capabilities.

The expanded partnership focuses on three key areas including:

· Capability enhancement.

· Military uncrewed aerial vehicles of category IIa.

· Training and certified testing.

This partnership builds on years of successful cooperation between, QinetiQ and HENSOLDT in Germany and Europe particularly in airborne radar systems using PC-12 test aircraft and the supply of reconnaissance technology for QinetiQ’s fleet.

With key locations in Bavaria and Schleswig-Holstein, QinetiQ and HENSOLDT are well-positioned to support the German Armed Forces and other security authorities in operating uncrewed systems.

HENSOLDT has been integrated as a certified body by the German Armed Forces Aviation Office for military uncrewed aerial vehicles of category IIa. This category encompasses drones used for flight target presentation, prototypes and system demonstrators.

HENSOLDT will also act as a recognised training and certified testing centre for remote pilots of civil uncrewed aircraft in QinetiQ’s category 2c, which includes drones that do not require prior approval. As a multi-certified body, HENSOLDT can provide comprehensive system support within this strengthened partnership.

Thorsten Heil, Head of Flight Operations at HENSOLDT in Germany, added: “As a reliable technology and innovation partner and an approved aviation company for both uncrewed and crewed aircraft, we are committed to developing specific, customer-oriented, and market-driven solutions that maintain our armed forces’ defence capabilities and enhance public safety. The intensified cooperation with QinetiQ is a critical step towards improving education and training for uncrewed aircraft and systems in Germany, contributing to the sustainable strengthening of our security.”

Matthias Grögor, Head of Strategic Business Development at QinetiQ in Germany, said:

“Through our partnership with HENSOLDT, we demonstrate a proven collaboration with the German Armed Forces and other security authorities, backed by years of successful work, particularly with the German Air Force,” Matthias said. “Together, we aim to expand our services in uncrewed systems – from development and certification to education and training, around our Bavarian location in Augsburg, helping to establish Bavaria as a leading hub for drone technology.”

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Happy Birthday Spanish Marine Infantry!

February 27th, 2025

Our friend Tierno Rey has reminded us that today is the 488th birthday of the Spanish Infantería de Marina.

Here is a link to an article he did for Soldier of Fortune magpie back in 2012.

¡Feliz cumpleaños!

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Streamlight Names Michael F. Dineen to President

February 27th, 2025

Dineen Promoted to Head Global Flashlight Company

EAGLEVILLE, PA, February 26, 2025 – Streamlight®, Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-performance lighting, announced that it has promoted Michael F. Dineen to President. Formerly Chief Revenue Officer, Dineen succeeds Raymond L. Sharrah. Sharrah will retain the title of Chief Executive Officer while continuing to provide overall corporate executive oversight.

Dineen joined the company in 2009 as Vice President of Sales and Marketing, where he was responsible for the overall sales management and leadership of all Streamlight markets, both domestic and international, including Law Enforcement, Sporting Goods, Industrial, Military and Federal Government, Automotive, and Fire/EMS. During his tenure, he managed the company’s sales organization, which includes direct sales staff and a network of independent sales representatives and distributors, while also leading the development and execution of the company’s marketing strategy.

He was appointed Chief Revenue Officer in 2022, where he oversaw the company’s Materials and Operations departments, in addition to directing Sales and Marketing.

In his new role, Dineen will maintain his previous responsibilities as well as lead Product Management, Accounting and Finance, and IT operations.

Dineen joined Streamlight following a 17-year career with MSA Safety, a global leader in advanced safety products for markets including public safety, military and industrial, which account for a significant portion of Streamlight’s business. He served as the Director of Sales – North American First Responder Markets managing a 35-person sales organization, as well as collaborating on product development and marketing strategies for the company’s Fire Service, Law Enforcement, and Military Base markets. He formerly was Northern North America Sales Manager for the MSA Fire Service Market and held several other sales posts at the company.

“Mike’s deep understanding of our business, combined with his forward-thinking approach to leadership, makes him the ideal candidate to lead Streamlight into its next phase of growth,” said Sharrah. “During his tenures as Vice President of Sales and Marketing and as Chief Revenue Officer, he consistently demonstrated his ability to drive results, foster innovation and build strong relationships with our employees, customers, and suppliers. I am confident that he will show the same exemplary leadership as president of our company.”

Dineen holds a B.S. in Management Information Systems from Saint Joseph’s University as well as an MBA with a focus in Marketing from Seton Hall University.

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Hoverfly Spectre Officially Added to DIU Blue List, Cementing NDAA Compliance

February 27th, 2025

The Official VHA-H for the U.S. Army is now the first and only Tethered Drone to be added to the DIU Blue List

SANFORD, Fla., February 20, 2025 – Hoverfly Technologies proudly announces that the Hoverfly Spectre has officially been selected to be on the DIU Blue List, confirming its compliance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and significantly simplifying acquisition processes for all Department of Defense (DoD) end users.

This milestone is a testament to the unwavering trust the U.S. Government has placed in Hoverfly’s cutting-edge tethered UAS technology. With hundreds of systems delivered to DoD customers worldwide, Hoverfly continues to solidify its leadership in the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) market.

Hoverfly Spectre’s inclusion on the Blue Listfollows its selection in the inaugural Blue UAS Refresh Competition in Fall 2024. Spectre is now the first and only tethered UAS to achieve this prestigious designation, further distinguishing Hoverfly as a pioneer in delivering reliable, secure, and mission-critical systems. This achievement also comes on the heels of Hoverfly earning Green List certification from AUVSI, a validation that mirrors the stringent Blue UAS cyber security standards for American-made drones.

With its placement on the Blue List, the Hoverfly Spectre now holds an Authority to Operate (ATO) across all DoD entities, expanding its reach within the rapidly growing unmanned systems market.

The Spectre platform is a fully closed-loop tethered system, transmitting all power and data through its tether for uninterrupted, secure operations. Its payload-agnostic design enables simultaneous use of Variable Height Antenna (VHA) and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) payloads to support diverse mission requirements. Additionally, with its MOSA compliant architecture, Spectre accommodates an array of qualified payloads, including counter-UAS sensors, electronic warfare (EW) systems, targeting gimbals, and more.

Hoverfly Spectre’s recent selection in the VHA-H competition through PEO Soldier in Fall 2024 further underscores its operational superiority and mission adaptability.

“Being added to the DIU Blue List is a monumental step for Hoverfly and the Spectre platform,” said Steve Walters, CEO of Hoverfly Technologies. “This achievement reflects our steadfast commitment to providing the DoD with innovative, secure, and compliant tethered UAS solutions that meet the highest standards of reliability and performance. We are honored to continue supporting our defense partners with systems they can trust in every mission.”

For more information about the Hoverfly Spectre and its capabilities, visit hoverflytech.com

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