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Since the beginning of 2026, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine approved 1,678 new WME models, of which 1,530 units (over 90%) were manufactured at domestic enterprises.

The Ukrainian military used an domestically developed amphibious ground robot for the first time, covering over 40 km by land and water to supply AFU positions.

Fighters of the 93rd Brigade created a unique drone drop system for UGVs. The Desantnyk robot has already destroyed enemy hideouts.

The Ukrainian military outperformed US developments by introducing a technology to accurately deploy ground robots behind enemy lines using heavy bomber drones.

Ukrainian companies are integrating artificial intelligence into missile systems: over 200 manufacturers are developing AI components for missiles, drones and radars, stated the head of Brave1.

Ukraine's Ministry of Defense and Brave1 conducted the first large-scale test of AI terminal guidance modules for multirotor drones: six of seven companies passed the test on autonomous destruction of moving targets.

Brave1 stated that a Ukrainian interceptor is already downing Russian "Banderols" and costs less than the drone-missile itself. The agency did not disclose the developer or the exact cost of deployment.

The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense confirmed combat testing of strike ground robots with paired Kalashnikov turrets, developed by the Brave1 cluster in less than six months. The complexes have already been used against ambushes with buried FPV drones.

The Ukrainian reconnaissance-strike UGV Tanchik Droid 12.7, equipped with a Browning machine gun and a 35 km range, is now available for order on the Brave1 marketplace for 'e-points.' The complex was developed by DevDroid and Overland Defense.

Ukrainian DefenseTech has grown 55-fold and reached a potential of $55 billion. The Brave1 cluster offers Western manufacturers a "factory for 0 hryvnia" model, while the partnership with Airbus accelerates scaling.

Italian defense conglomerate Leonardo has registered a subsidiary 'Leonardo Ukraine' in Kyiv for defense R&D. The move brings the group closer to Ukrainian drones, missile armament, and testing of the 'Michelangelo Dome' air defense system.

Igor Fedirko, Executive Director of the Council of Weapon Makers, stated that Brave1 could become the first step in creating a Ukrainian analogue of DARPA, although the main obstacle remains the legislation, which does not provide for a right to fail.

Billions of hryvnias from the EU reparations credit are idle: the tender system is stalling due to unlaunched centers of competence, and manufacturers are withdrawing from lots due to fines. However, some technical specifications appeared in a matter of days.

Ukraine is scaling the use of AI for military purposes: more than 200 companies are creating drones with machine vision capable of operating without GPS and autonomously engaging targets.

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine reported the use of over 70 systems with AI and machine vision. More than 200 companies in the country produce AI drones capable of autonomous guidance and navigation without GPS.

🤖 AI vs. Shaheds: Ukrainian interceptor drones have learned to shoot down the enemy autonomously. 🚀 New AI systems reduce the human factor to zero by automatically capturing targets. 🛡️ The Ministry of Defense has codified the TAF Kolibri-10 interceptor, available via DOT-Chain. ⚠️ Despite successes, Russia is using accelerated jet versions of drones, creating new challenges for air defense. #Ukraine #Drones #AI #AirDefense #Shaheds #ArmorPiercing

🚀 Brave1 held the first FPV drone Demo Day! Over 50 manufacturers presented modular solutions that are changing the rules of the game on the front. 🇺🇦 #FPV #Brave1 #Technology