Key Takeaways for Israeli Founders From Report on U.S. Contracting
In June, a research team at George Mason University published a 35-page report on government contracting, which analyzed the speed with which the U.S. is procuring emerging technologies. Comparing ... Read more
When Lockheed Martin Came to Israel: Reflecting on a Day We Won’t Forget
We had the honor of hosting a senior engineering team from Lockheed Martin for a full day immersed in Israel’s defense-tech ecosystem. Lockheed Martin has spent decades defining what’s possible ... Read more
The U.S. Navy Just Posted 13 Defense-Tech Funding Opportunities.
The U.S. Navy’s 13 New Defense-Tech Opportunities: What They Are, Who Should Apply. As most Israeli founders know, the U.S. Navy runs a number of Small Business Innovation Research programs, ... Read more
SHIELD was designed to cast a wide net, not pick winners. As execution begins, delivery, integration, and real U.S. buyers will determine which defense startups survive.
Trump Wants a $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget. Here’s the Real Story for Israeli Startups
Trump’s call for a $1.5T defense budget isn’t about the number; it’s a giant neon sign flashing “the U.S. needs faster, non-traditional tech yesterday.” For Israeli defense-tech founders, this is your cue: the Pentagon’s appetite for speed and new vendors is about to explode.
Trump’s Strike on Defense Contractor Payouts Is a Gift to Fast-Moving Startups
Trump’s crackdown on defense contractor payouts is basically Washington admitting the primes can’t build fast enough. For Israeli defense-tech startups, that’s the opening: the Pentagon is shifting money and attention toward anyone who can deliver real capability quicker than the incumbents.
The U.S. Is Throwing $115M at Counter-Drone Tech for the World Cup. Here’s why it matters for Israeli Drone Startups
The U.S. just turned the 2026 World Cup into a $115 million counter-drone shopping spree, and Israeli defense-tech startups should use this as an opportunity to get their solutions in front of DHS and FEMA before long-term winners are locked-in.
The DoW’s new memo consolidates its innovation system under a single CTO and elevates DIU and SCO into formal Field Activities. For Israeli founders, this could mean a more stable and predictable path into the US defense market. The reforms emphasize commercial product adoption and clearer entry points, which may make it easier for startups to run pilots and transition into real programs.
Pentagon Names Six Leaders to Head Restructured Critical Technology Areas
The Department of War has appointed six officials to lead its newly consolidated Critical Technology Areas. For Israeli defense tech startups looking to commercialize in the US market, understanding who these leaders are and where their priorities lie is essential.
