U.S. Army Allocates $7.5M for Aware's NextGen Hearing Protection and Biometric Solutions
DEFENSE
The U.S. Army has allocated $7.5 million to Aware for the development of custom in-ear hearing protection and biometric sensing solutions. This funding, supported by Georgia's congressional delegation, will enable the Army to deploy tailored ear protection utilizing 3D scans of soldiers' ear canals. Aware aims to enhance warfighter readiness and prevent hearing loss while creating high-quality manufacturing jobs in rural Georgia.

Feb 18, 2026, 4:41 PM