Latest Autonomous Systems News

4DS Memory Limited is raising nearly $3 million through a pro-rata entitlement issue as part of a broader $5 million capital raise to acquire AI software firm Jenesys and integrate it with its ReRAM technology.

Nanoveu's EMASS division has been granted a US patent for a silicon accelerator that dramatically speeds up AI object detection, underpinning its next-gen ECS-DoT chip now in production at TSMC.

4DS Memory Limited is set to acquire Australian Edge-AI software firm Jenesys, raising $5 million to integrate its autonomous systems capabilities with 4DS’s PCMO ReRAM technology, targeting computing-in-memory and neuromorphic markets.

Hydrix is ramping up its defence technology efforts, focusing on sensing and autonomous systems aligned with Australia’s $425 billion 2026 National Defence Strategy. The company is developing internal prototypes and forging partnerships to commercialise intellectual property in counter-drone and ISR applications.

RocketDNA has fully deployed its Skylink® Operating System to all enterprise customers, driving over 1,000 active users and securing a 12-month pipeline of 25,000 pre-scheduled drone missions.

Aurora Labs has begun batch deliveries of its AU4 micro gas turbine propulsion systems to Sovereign Propulsion Systems, marking a key step towards real-world flight testing and commercialisation in defence and UAV markets.

Harvest Technology Group has transitioned from assessing to actively executing its international defence market strategy by engaging a US national security advisory firm and appointing Dr Oleksandra Molloy as Defence Strategic Advisor for Europe.

X2M Connect has partnered with Resi Ventures to deploy its AI-driven platform in regional Australian data centres, starting with a major integrated precinct near Ballarat. The collaboration targets the surging demand for edge computing and sustainable energy management across regional infrastructure.

Aurora Labs has landed a $1 million Australian Government grant, matched dollar-for-dollar, to boost production of its micro gas turbine propulsion systems for defence applications using commercial 3D printing technology.

Harvest Technology Group secures a A$6.5 million two-tranche placement to fund its defence strategy, expand Nodestream, and strengthen its balance sheet ahead of key growth initiatives.

Li-S Energy has secured vital approvals to airfreight lithium-sulfur prototype cells to the United States, paving the way for direct engagement with US defence and drone sectors.

BrainChip detailed significant progress in its neuromorphic AI technology and commercial strategy at its 2026 AGM, highlighting the AKD1500 chip launch and expanding defense and industrial collaborations.