The Future of Warfare Is Driving Billions Into Next-Generation Soldier Systems
Key Highlights
- ➤Northrop Grumman (NOC) wins $18.8 million U.S. Army propulsion contract
- ➤Intellistake (ISTK) says NanoAi received Gentex RAILINK system for integration work
- ➤Global soldier systems market forecast at $27.4 billion by 2035
- ➤Booz Allen (BAH) says frontier AI model autonomously executed end-to-end network intrusion
- ➤NanoAi acquisition by Intellistake remains subject to announced conditions
NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The modern battlefield is changing fast, and soldiers need equipment that can keep pace. Military forces around the world are investing in advanced body armor, night vision, thermal imaging, secure communications, wearable technology and AI-powered systems that help troops see threats sooner and make faster decisions. This is no longer just about giving soldiers better gear. It is about connecting personnel to the intelligence, technology and protection they need to operate in increasingly dangerous environments. Global Market Insights estimates that the global soldier systems market could grow from approximately $14.2 billion in 2025 to $27.4 billion by 2035. That projected growth puts the market firmly on the radar for defense manufacturers and specialized technology companies looking to capitalize on rising military modernization spending. Leading tech companies active this week include: Gentex Corporation (NASDAQ: GNTX), Intellistake Technologies Corp. (OTCQB: ISTKF) (CSE: ISTK), Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: PLTR), Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (NYSE: BAH), Northrop Grumman (NYSE: NOC).
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