(opens original source in a new tab)Breaking DefenseSpace-based interceptor contractors passed first Golden Dome milestone: GuetleinThe Defense Department will not decide whether to produce operational space-based interceptors until after industry demonstrates their feasibility, Gen. Michael Guetlein said. (opens original source in a new tab)Theresa Hitchens·12 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)FreightWavesMexico tops US trade rankings in June as Laredo handles $36.5B in freightMexico’s dominance in U.S. trade continued in June as Laredo remained the primary gateway for North American freight. The post Mexico tops US trade rankings in June as Laredo handles $36.5B in freight appeared first on FreightWaves. (opens original source in a new tab)Noi Mahoney·12 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)Dark ReadingLong-running Data Theft Campaign Targeting Salesforce, ServiceNowThe "City-Forum" campaign has been active since at least March 2025 and has targeted organizations across multiple sectors with custom tooling. (opens original source in a new tab)Jai Vijayan·12 August 2026
Industry News (opens original source in a new tab)IPWatchdogMagistrate Judge Recommends Denying Motion to Dismiss Trade Secret Case Against SAPYesterday, U.S. Magistrate Judge David Horan of the Northern District of Texas entered a report and recommendation urging the district court to deny motions for dismissal or a more definitive statement filed by German software giant SAP in a trade secret case brought by Texas-based enterprise AI developer o9 Solutions. While acknowledging that either side’s theory of the case might ultimately win, Judge Horan found that the burdens associated with SAP’s motions ultimately led to the conclusion t (opens original source in a new tab)Steve Brachmann·12 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)Breaking DefenseTACOM plans further industry engagement amid ‘readiness crisis’“We have an aging fleet, and we have modernization on the horizon, but it’s not coming fast enough,” Brig. Gen. Beth Behn, commanding general of TACOM, told Breaking Defense. (opens original source in a new tab)Carley Welch·12 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchNorthrop’s robot space mechanic is a new way to keep satellites at work longerThe Mission Robotic Vehicle is making the first attempt to attach a new thruster to an aging satellite. (opens original source in a new tab)Tim Fernholz·12 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)STAT NewsTalks on launch of clinical trial of Ebola vaccine in DRC advance, WHO saysTalks are underway between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the WHO to expedite the start of a multi-armed Phase 3 clinical trial of Ebola vaccines. (opens original source in a new tab)Helen Branswell·12 August 2026
Technology (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AsiaSingapore: AI Adoption Linked to Higher Revenue and EmploymentA study finds that AI adoption is associated with higher revenue and employment, while highlighting the importance of strong digital foundations, targeted business support and workforce training. (opens original source in a new tab)OpenGov AI·12 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)Breaking DefenseArmy selects air defense unit to prepare for Golden Dome mission“Leading up to [2028], we’re going to do a lot of experimentation and test with this unit to make sure that we’re ready to fight with it when it’s delivered,” said Lt. Gen. John Rafferty. (opens original source in a new tab)Ashley Roque·12 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)STAT NewsVaping and cannabis hit record highs among young adults in 2025: SurveyYoung adults’ use of vapes and cannabis hit all-time highs last year, according to a new survey. (opens original source in a new tab)Sarah Todd·12 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)STAT NewsSTAT+: Providers notch No Surprises Act legal win that could boost their payThe change could boost how much health insurers, and patients, pay for some care. (opens original source in a new tab)Tara Bannow·12 August 2026
