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Rheinmetall Partners with Varjo for Mixed Reality Military Training Solutions

November 26, 2025

What’s the story? Rheinmetall is integrating Varjo’s XR 4 Series headsets into its deployable land training systems. Why it matters The partnership expands mixed reality use in military training by … continue reading

Pinnacle Solutions secures $369M Air Force maintenance training contract

November 25, 2025

What’s the story? Akima subsidiary Pinnacle Solutions has secured a USD $369 million contract to deliver a new maintenance training system for the Air Force. Why it matters The agreement … continue reading

Red 6 Integrates AR Training System on Boeing Apache Rotorcraft Platform

November 19, 2025

What’s the story? Red 6 has integrated its AR training system on Boeing’s Apache testbed for Army rotorcraft evaluation. Why it matters The integration brings AR flight training to a … continue reading

UKDI DASA Backs Kognitiv Spark for Secure AR Deployment in MoD Environments

November 18, 2025

What’s the story? Kognitiv Spark has deployed its secure AR support system on UK sovereign defence cloud infrastructure. Why it matters The deployment shows how secure AR tools can improve … continue reading

Kopin Secures $3.2M MicroLED HUD Display Order for Combat Aircraft

October 16, 2025

What’s the story? Kopin has received a $3.2M MicroLED display order for use in upgrading combat aircraft HUDs. Why it matters Defense demand and deployment is accelerating MicroLED’s maturity, setting … continue reading

Varjo Invests €44M in Developing Next-Generation Mixed Reality Defense Training

October 15, 2025

What’s the story? Varjo has launched a €44M R&D program, with €12M from Business Finland, to advance mixed reality defense training. Why it matters The investment reinforces Varjo and Finland’s … continue reading

Gentex Expands Partnership With Anduril to Develop AI-Enabled EagleEye Warfighter System

October 13, 2025

What’s the story? Gentex expands its partnership with Anduril to develop EagleEye, an AI-enabled headborne system for warfighters. Why it matters The AI-driven EagleEye system enhances situational awareness, connectivity, and … continue reading

Viewpointsystem Launches VPS Next Smart Glasses with Modular Design for Industrial Use

October 9, 2025

What’s the story? Viewpointsystem has launched VPS Next, its third-generation modular eye-tracking smart glasses for professional use. Why it matters The device combines live video, audio, and eye-tracking analytics to … continue reading

Varjo Unveils Refreshed XR-4 Series Headsets for Defense Training

October 8, 2025

In Virtual Reality and Mixed Reality News October 8, 2025 – Varjo, a provider of virtual and mixed reality (VR/MR) solutions for defense and industrial applications, has today announced an … continue reading

PAULEY and BAE Systems Partner on AI and XR Training

October 1, 2025

What’s the story? PAULEY and BAE Systems have signed a two-year deal to apply AI and XR to military training programs. Why it matters Technology-driven training prepares forces for future … continue reading

Aechelon and Partners Launch Project Orbion, an AI-Enabled Digital Twin of Earth

September 11, 2025

What’s the story? Aechelon, Niantic, ICEYE, BlackSky and Distance team up on Project Orbion, a live AI-powered digital twin of Earth. Why it matters Project Orbion supports disaster response, defense … continue reading

Niantic Spatial Integrates Geospatial AI With Aechelon for Coast Guard Training, Signaling Defense Potential

September 8, 2025

What’s the story? Niantic Spatial and Aechelon partner to integrate geospatial AI into U.S. Coast Guard training simulators. Why it matters The collaboration enhances situational awareness and training safety in … continue reading

Rivet Secures $195M U.S. Army Deal for XR-Enabled Soldier Command System

September 5, 2025

What’s the story? Rivet secures $195M contract to field test the U.S. Army’s Soldier Borne Mission Command (SBMC) platform with Infantry. Why it matters SBMC supports U.S. military modernization goals, … continue reading

FLAIM Systems Partners with FRSA to Expand MR Firefighter Training in ANZ

August 27, 2025

What’s the story? FLAIM Systems partners with FRSA to distribute mixed reality fire and safety training solutions across Australia and New Zealand. Why it matters The partnership expands access to … continue reading

THEON Invests in Varjo, Kopin, eMagin, and ALEREON Under THEON NEXT Initiative

August 26, 2025

What’s the story? THEON invests millions in Kopin, eMagin, ALEREON, and Varjo to expand digital and AR defense technologies. Why it matters The deals strengthen U.S.-European defense tech ties and … continue reading

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