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Inside the Texas Race to Build the Next Great American Weapon

A new GQ Magazine feature explores how a wave of founders are building AI-driven, hardware-first solutions designed for modern conflict — from autonomous counter-drone systems to cost-efficient battlefield technology.

What stands out is the shift in how this tech is being built: startup speed, venture backing, and founders coming from non-traditional defense backgrounds, applying Silicon Valley principles to national security challenges.

The momentum around defense innovation in Texas is real and it’s only accelerating.

Read more here: https: https://www.gq.com/story/inside-the-texas-race-to-build-the-next-great-american-weapon