Defense Pulse is a free weekly newsletter covering military technology, defense innovation, dual-use emerging technologies, and opportunities for company growth. Every Thursday, we deliver the most significant defense tech stories of the week — curated so you can stay ahead without drowning in industry noise.
We cover what's actually happening: confirmed contracts, live test results, demonstrated capabilities, and validated milestones. Real developments that can inform and inspire your next move.
I'm Matthew, a technology enthusiast and entrepreneur - and the person behind Defense Pulse. For tips, questions, feedback, or just to connect — reach me at [email protected].
Defense Pulse is written for defense professionals, military personnel, innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors. Our readership spans engineers within the defense industrial base, active and veteran military operators, venture capitalists tracking the defense tech sector, and professionals monitoring global military technology trends.
We focus strictly on hard technology with real-world military implications. Key coverage areas include:
Advanced armor, land vehicles, and ground combat systems
Naval platforms, surface combatants, and submarine programs
Fighter programs, aviation, and aerospace developments
Autonomous systems and unmanned vehicles
Hypersonics and advanced propulsion
Directed energy and electronic warfare (EW)
AI-enabled platforms and software-defined warfare
Dual-use technologies crossing from commercial to defense applications
Each issue includes strategic context — not just what happened, but why it matters.
We deliberately avoid political commentary, procurement politics, and industry gossip. If a story isn't technically significant or operationally relevant, it doesn't make the cut.
Signal Watch — The week's top stories with concise summaries for a fast, high-quality overview
Quick Links — A broader selection of noteworthy articles across defense and military technology
Beyond the Beam — Emerging civilian and commercial technologies with serious defense crossover potential
Opportunity Intel — Funding sources, procurement insights, and big-picture context to help you grow your defense project or company
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