Topic: Department Of War

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XTEND, Lockheed Martin Skunk Works expand command and control integration

December 24, 2025 · XTEND and Lockheed Martin Skunk Works partnered to integrate the XOS into Skunk Works’ MCDX autonomy platform for UAS and drone mission execution in multiple scenarios.

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XTEND secures U.S. Department of War contract for autonomous attack drones

November 11, 2025 · On Veterans Day 2025, XTEND announced it secured a contract from the U.S. Department of War to develop AI-enabled autonomous attack drones.

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Schneider Electric launches veteran hiring initiative to build mission-ready workforce

November 10, 2025 · Ahead of Veterans Day 2025, Schneider Electric launched a veteran hiring initiative to build a mission-ready workforce in critical areas such as data centers and energy systems.

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XTEND completes $70M Series B round to scale autonomous AI robots across America

July 24, 2025 · AI-powered tactical autonomous robotic systems provider XTEND announced the completion of a $70M Series B funding round and scaling up of its technologies for defense.

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