XTEND Secures US Defense Contract for AI Drones Amid Israel's Tech Growth
DEFENSE
Israeli drone startup XTEND has secured a multi-million-dollar contract from the US Department of Defense to develop AI-enabled, modular attack drones. This contract comes amid significant growth in Israel's tech sector, with expected GDP growth of 4.3% by 2026 and substantial investments from non-Israeli companies. Additionally, recent defense exports highlight Israel's expanding role in the global defense market.

Jan 20, 2026, 6:09 AM