This Ai Defence Report provides an extensive overview of the rapidly expanding AI in Defence Market, framing it as a critical sector fundamentally reshaping modern national security and warfare. It highlights the market’s exponential growth, citing projections that estimate its value will soar from roughly $10 billion in 2024 to over $35 billion by 2034, driven by geopolitical tensions and military modernization efforts. The report identifies several key applications and trends, including the rise of autonomous systems, the use of AI for enhanced cybersecurity and electronic warfare, and plat…

The central argument is that the UK risks becoming an "IP Farm," with critical defence technology and innovative Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) being acquired by foreign entities, particularly American firms, due to a lack of patient capital and a risk-averse procurement culture. The contributors propose a comprehensive set of reforms, including conducting a Sovereign Capability Audit, reforming procurement processes to favour domestic suppliers, and increasing public investment to protect "technological crown jewels" in fields such as AI and Quantum technologies. Overall, the repo…

The agreement signifies a significant push for enhanced collaboration in cutting-edge technological fields, aiming to foster economic growth and innovation across both nations.

As drone applications expand from surveillance and logistics to agriculture and urban mobility, there is a growing demand for advanced AI that offers greater efficiency, endurance, and reliability. This market growth is further supported by increasing defense investments, supportive regulatory frameworks, and a surge in demand for autonomous aerial operations.

Land Based Defence Equipment Market is valued at USD 63.6 billion in 2025. Market is expected to grow by a CAGR of 8.7% to reach global sales of USD 134.1 billion in 2034 The land based defence equipment market includes armoured vehicles, artillery systems, infantry weapons, missile launchers, radar systems, and other ground force hardware used by militaries for national Défense, border security, and combat operations. The market plays a critical role in supporting modern land warfare capabilities. Governments around the world are increasing investments in advanced ground-based defence techn…

The 2025 Thales Cloud Security Study, based on insights from nearly 3,200 respondents across 20 countries, highlights that despite significant investment and cloud security being the top security spending priority, organizations continue to struggle with securing their cloud environments. The increasing complexity of hybrid and multicloud infrastructures, coupled with the rapid adoption of AI initiatives, is intensifying these challenges. A concerning trend is the rise in cloud-based attacks, particularly those leveraging stolen credentials and secrets. While some progress is noted in encrypt…

In this Ai Defence Journal Report, we explore the frequently asked questions, that come up time and again, when we discuss the use of Ai in defence and military markets worldwide. What is the projected growth of the AI in Defence Market? The AI in Defence Market is experiencing significant growth, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.3% from 2021 to 2026. This is expected to increase the market's value from USD 8.55 billion in 2021 to USD 21.88 billion by 2026, highlighting the increasing importance and demand for AI technologies in military applications.

Key Market Estimates & Trends Market Size and Growth Projections Current Value: The global AI in Defence Market was valued at USD 8.55 billion in 2021. Projected Growth: It is "projected to grow at a CAGR of 20.3% from 2021 to 2026, reaching USD 21.88 billion by 2026." This indicates a strong upward trend in demand and importance. Overall CAGR: The market is expected to maintain a "compound annual growth rate (CAGR) between 20-25% over the next several years."

Going forward, the fastest-growing regions in the artificial intelligence in military market will be Asia Pacific and Middle East where growth will be at CAGRs of 23.78% and 22.23% respectively. These will be followed by Africa and South America where the markets are expected to grow at CAGRs of 21.40% and 20.88% respectively.