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Cohere Wins $28M US Drone Defence Contract

July 3, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Cohere Technologies wins $28 million US drone defence contract.
Contract is for ISAC development for the US Department of War.
ISAC combines communications and sensing capabilities.
Cohere's Pulsone technology is expected to play a key role.

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Strategic Implications

This contract may signal the US Department of War's growing interest in advanced wireless technologies for defence applications. Cohere's ISAC technology could provide a significant advantage in countering drone threats, which suggests a potential shift in the military's approach to wireless communications and sensing.

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What Happened

US Department Of War Awards Cohere Technologies Key Contract

Cohere Technologies has been awarded a $28 million contract by the US Department of War to develop Integrated Sensing and Communications (ISAC) technology for drone defence. The contract represents a significant endorsement of Cohere’s novel technology, which combines communications and sensing capabilities. According to Tom Rondeau, a key figure in the Department of War, ISAC is a mission-first priority for defending against drone swarms. This development was first reported by Telecoms.com.

Source | Originally Published: July 3, 2026

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