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Quantum Systems, a Munich drone startup, raised $1.2B at an $8B valuation. Its Vector drone, proven in Ukraine, uses AI navigation without GPS and has open software, appealing to European governments.
A Ukrainian drone manufacturer revealed that fully autonomous drones were used in a one-time test two years ago, reportedly killing Russian soldiers without human intervention, marking a milestone in AI-guided weaponry despite ongoing legal and ethical concerns.
Russia is pressuring university students to become wartime drone pilots by offering incentives like tuition and bonuses, despite the risk of combat death, as part of its effort to expand drone forces.