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Mar 5, 07:47

Column: US drone policy reshapes supply chain opportunities for Taiwan

On June 6, 2025, US President Donald Trump signed two executive orders—"Unleashing American Drone Dominance" and "Restoring American Airspace Sovereignty"—mandating that the US drone industry exclude technology, parts, and materials from controlled countries (China, Russia, Iran, North Korea). The orders encourage adopting allied technologies to build an autonomous, resilient domestic ecosystem supporting the low-altitude economy and critical defense needs.

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SATELLITEEgis showcases satellite and drone integration at MWC 2026

Mar 5, 07:46

Egis Technology and its subsidiaries are jointly exhibiting at the 2026 Mobile World Congress (MWC 2026). Centered on integrated terrestrial and space connectivity, physical AI, and low-power intelligent computing, the group is highlighting its comprehensive capabilities in satellite IoT, edge AI visual perception, drone system integration, ultra-low latency wireless transmission, and ultra-low power AI chips.

SATELLITEMediaTek and Starlink showcase satellite emergency alerts at MWC 2026

Mar 4

MediaTek announced a collaboration with SpaceX's Starlink to demonstrate satellite communication technology for supporting mobile devices in receiving emergency alert services, potentially reaching users outside terrestrial network coverage.

SPACE TECHSpace-Comm Expo 2026: In the race for resilient communications, BAE and Babcock move upward

Mar 4

As geopolitical tensions ripple through global markets, the 2026 Space-Comm Expo is set to open in London under unusually heightened expectations.

DRONEUS reverse-engineers Iran's Shahed drone to reshape asymmetric warfare with AI-powered LUCAS swarms

Mar 4

In late February 2026, the US and Israel launched coordinated strikes against Iran, deepening an already entrenched Middle East stalemate. During Operation Epic Fury, the US military confirmed it had deployed low-cost suicide drones for the first time—repurposing and upgrading technology rooted in Iran's own designs.

DRONETaiwan lacks autonomous command system for drone swarm tactics

Mar 4

The US military's first deployment of low-cost suicide drones has become a standout feature in its recent operation against Iran, demonstrating that while individual units are inexpensive, the true advantage lies in advanced AI and communication technologies behind them.

SPACE TECHEscalation in the Middle East spotlights communication resilience ahead of 2026 UK Space‑Comm Expo

Mar 3

Recent joint airstrikes by the US and Israel against Iran, followed by Iran's retaliatory attacks on nearby US military bases in Bahrain and Qatar, disrupted local flight schedules and communications, bringing "communication resilience" back into international focus and elevating the 2026 UK Space‑Comm Expo as a barometer for satellite backup technologies.

SATELLITETaiwan Mobile-AST SpaceMobile tie-up aims to bolster always-on connectivity and disaster resilience

Mar 3

Taiwan Mobile announced on March 2 that it had signed a strategic cooperation memorandum of understanding with AST SpaceMobile at MWC 2026 to promote the integration of space-based base stations with existing mobile networks in Taiwan. The companies said the partnership will accelerate the deployment of satellite-terrestrial communication architectures.

DEFENSEGetac eyes defense digitalization amid Middle East conflict escalation

Mar 3

The intensifying conflicts in the Middle East are fueling demand for defense digitalization. Getac Holdings chairman James Hwang noted that as countries worldwide increase their defense budgets and adopt new warfare technologies like drones and AI digitalization, Getac's defense-related revenue, which accounted for about 20% in 2025, is expected to grow further in 2026.

SPACE TECHUK space leaders join global industry figures at Space-Comm Expo

Mar 3

The organizers of Space-Comm Expo Europe have confirmed the final lineup of speakers for what is set to be Europe's largest commercial space gathering, taking place March 4-5 at ExCeL London.

DEFENSEMilitary AI ethics conflict persists as Pentagon cuts ties with Anthropic, OpenAI secures classified AI deal

Mar 2

A high-stakes dispute between the US Department of War and AI company Anthropic has reshaped the emerging market for military AI, ending a major government partnership and clearing the way for rival OpenAI to step into classified defense deployments.

DRONEUS deploys LUCAS drone in Iran strike, mirroring Iran's Shahed-136 combat entrance

Mar 2

US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that in its February 28 airstrike on Iran, it deployed for the first time the LUCAS (Low-Cost Uncrewed Combat Attack System), a low-cost combat attack drone manufactured by SpektreWorks and modeled on Iran's Shahed-136 unmanned aerial vehicle.

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