The US Army has awarded a $500 million contract for high-energy lasers to transition the technology from laboratory research to active battlefield use. Operators are currently utilizing reconfigured Xbox controllers to aim the war-ready systems during these deployments.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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US Army Deploys First Combat Lasers With $500M Contract
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Iranian drones and incoming cruise missiles are being intercepted in the Strait of Hormuz using directed-energy technology, according to the Pentagon. The US military is also testing these laser systems against cartel drones along the southern border of the United States to reduce the cost of engagement compared to traditional interceptors.
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