WASHINGTON — The U.S. Army named five companies as winners of the xTechHumanoid competition on September 11, 2026, capping an effort to assess how emerging commercial humanoid technologies could contribute to future military operations. As the Army looks to robotics and autonomy to reduce Soldier exposure to dangerous and physically demanding tasks, preserve combat power, and give commanders more options, humanoid systems represent a growing area of exploration. That work extends across the Joint Force through the Humanoid Community of Collaboration (HCoC), established in December 2023, to advance the technical development and operational integration of humanoid capabilities. In partnership with HCoC, Army FUZE xTech launched xTechHumanoid to identify promising commercial approaches and establish a technical baseline for an emerging capability area. The competition offered Army and Joint Force stakeholders a direct look at the maturity of technologies being developed across the commercial humanoid robotics market. Soldier observes field evaluation of Alex, a humanoid robotic system developed by the Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition during xTechHumanoid finals“Humanoid robots are part of a broader autonomy push to increase the depth and breadth of robotic platforms and components industry can provide for a range of missions,” said U.S. Army Chief Technology…
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MoreFollowing tit-for-tat exchanges this past week, it was reported that both Iranian delegates would be in Oman for talks over the future of the Iran War, which on Saturday entered its 134th day. It was at first unclear whether the negotiations would be direct, indirect, or between the U.S. and…
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) was detained for 90 minutes by Israeli settlers while touring the West Bank Wednesday afternoon. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox Khanna, who is considering a 2028 presidential run, visited the West Bank as part of a three-day trip. While traveling through…
NATICK SOLDIER SYSTEMS CENTER, Mass. – Where there is little rest, comfort, or compromise in the world’s most austere cold-weather environments, a soldier’s clothing is more than just a uniform – it is survival. For leaders, clothing decisions are tactical decisions, and the Medical Research and Development Command’s U.S. Army…
President Donald Trump said Friday he would allow a major bipartisan housing package to become law without his signature to protest the Senate’s failure to pass the SAVE America Act, an election-security bill the president has been promoting for months. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox …
New ultralight shelters, accessible sleep systems, redesigned camp furniture, and U.S.-made sleeping pad highlight the brand’s 25th anniversary year. {DOVER, N.H.} – Marking 25 years of outdoor gear innovation, NEMO has unveiled its 2027 collection, introducing new products and meaningful refinements across shelters, sleep systems, and furniture, with continued commitments to sustainability, durability, and public lands…
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MoreBEAVERTON, Ore. — Leupold & Stevens, Inc., provider of the world’s most rugged, lightweight, and clear sport optics, is pleased to announce the launch of its new MX-6HD family of spotting scopes. The MX-6HD first focal plane (FFP) spotting scope is built for individuals and teams who need more than…
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The federal government has announced nearly $2 million in funding for the Halifax area to help prevent gun and gang violence in the community. “We’re giving them the tools to turn away from crime,” said Canada’s Minister of Public Safety Gary Anandasangaree in Dartmouth, N.S. Tuesday.“This funding will support projects…
Hill People Gear Launches Junction Grande Pack One top loading pack to rule them all, from EDC to light overnighters Devised in HPG’s retail store, the new Junction Grande Pack is a large, shoulder-only top loader that with the addition of a belt is will accommodate a multi-day load. Designed…
Darley Welcomes Jack “J.” Taylor III to Fire Advisory Board ITASCA, IL – September 29, 2026 – Darley, a leading provider of defense, fire, and emergency services equipment, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jack “J.” Taylor III to its Fire Advisory Board. Jack “J.” Taylor III brings more than…
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MorePresident Trump said Sunday that he anticipated U.S. and Iranian negotiators would continue talks on the war this week, following his reported rejection of an Iranian proposal over the weekend. “I expect more talks with Iran [this week],” the president told Axios. “They want to make a deal, but it…
ALPHARETTA, G.A. – September 28, 2026 – BlackPoint Tactical, a High Speed Gear Products Group brand, is seeing widespread adoption of its duty holsters among law enforcement and military agencies around the globe. As agencies evaluate modern alternatives for their officers and operators, the BlackPoint Duty Series is gaining momentum…
MATBOCK Monday: MWAD 2.0 Building on the success of the Multi Weapon Aiming Device (MWAD) 1.0, we are proud to introduce the next generation: the MWAD 2.0. This new and improved model enhances the user experience and provides even greater accuracy and reliability for indirect fire weapon systems. The MWAD…
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The U.S. and China agreed to a $60 billion trade deal, according to a Sunday announcement from the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox “As a direct result of the strong relationship between President Trump and President Xi, the United…
SIG SAUER KILO Micro LRF They really pulled out all the stops during last week’s SIG NEXT event, but of all of the new products, my favorite is the smallest. I first saw it in a photo with no frame of reference for its size. Turns out, it’s truly palm…
The Problem on the Pavement I arrived at the crash a few minutes behind another officer. His trauma kit was already open on the pavement. Gauze wrappers moved in the wind and caught against the edge of the road. Under the rotating emergency lights, he dug through the pouch, lifting…
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In the vast, unpredictable Indo-Pacific, islands dot the expanse of the sea for miles. Close enough to be a positive, yet far enough apart and sparsely populated to qualify as austere. This part of the world doesn’t provide an answer to accessibility, and that question gets even foggier when you…
President Donald Trump said Sunday that he anticipates further talks with Iran in the next week, despite his rejection Friday of a ceasefire proposal. “I expect more talks with Iran [this week]. They want to make a deal, but it is not the deal that I want to make. It…
Day Three of Rock’a Lock’a BANG! BANG! brought participants back to the former Nevada State Maximum Security Prison for another full day of hands-on training. With the event now firmly established inside the prison environment, the training continued to expand beyond traditional lock manipulation. SPARROWS continued its focus on covert…
President Donald Trump told reporters Saturday that he had rejected a proposal for a week-long ceasefire with Iran and expects to resume the air war after the November midterm elections.“They have made a proposal and I rejected it,” Trump said, confirming a Friday report in the Wall Street Journal. Iran…
