Defense Sector

BIO-key (BKYI) announced a significant deployment of its biometric and multi-factor authentication solution with a major Middle East defense organization. This deployment, aimed at securing critical infrastructure, marks a strategic expansion in the region. BIO-key’s partnership with Cloud Distribution facilitates in-country delivery. While the customer remains unnamed, the contract is noted as one of BIO-key’s largest in the region’s security sector. The deal excludes reliance on mobile devices or hardware tokens. Financial details remain undisclosed.

Globalstar (GSAT) has entered a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the U.S. Army to test its satellite data solutions for defense applications. The focus will be on developing LPI/LPD communications and enhancing covert sensing, unmanned systems, logistics tracking, and TTL functionalities. The Army will evaluate Globalstar’s compact, lightweight devices for long-term deployments in remote environments, leveraging the company’s satellite connectivity for real-time alerts and onboard data processing. This collaboration aims to provide secure and autonomous communication capabilities in contested environments.