U.S. May Not Lead in Autonomous Air Power Despite Large Defense Budget
The U.S. may not be leading in autonomous air power despite its large defense budget, according to Merlin Labs CEO Matt George. Small and medium autonomous platforms, such as drones, have dominated conflicts in Iran and Ukraine, highlighting their cost-effectiveness compared to traditional air defense systems. The U.S. has allocated $75 billion for autonomous platforms and drones as part of a strategic refocus.
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