Nearly 10,000 participants gathered at Fort Irwin to test drones, electronic warfare systems, AI-assisted command networks, and other technology that could shape the future Army.

The ISV-H expands on the Infantry Squad Vehicle platform with a hybrid diesel-electric system, increased payload capacity, and significant onboard power generation. Built to support modern battlefield systems like counter-UAS, communications, and mobile command, it reflects the Army’s shift toward distributed, energy-dependent operations where mobility and power are equally critical.

The U.S. Army has approved the M111 hand grenade, the first new lethal fragmentation grenade since 1968. Designed to eventually replace the long-serving M67, the M111 represents a major modernization of one of the most basic infantry weapons. Here’s how it fits into the history of U.S. fragmentation grenades, from the WWII Mk II “pineapple” to today.

As of January 1, 2026, a major federal change reshaped suppressor ownership in the United States. The long-standing $200 federal tax stamp has been eliminated, triggering a surge in applications nationwide. Combined with streamlined ATF eForms processing, suppressor approvals are now happening in days rather than months, marking a historic shift for lawful buyers.