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AeroVironment's new laser defense system promises to slash the cost of combating drone threats, with each intercept costing under $5. This technology is seen as a critical advancement in modern warfare, shifting the paradigm of drone defense.
China's recent military displays, featuring advanced laser weapons, are being scrutinized as elaborate propaganda rather than genuine technological achievements. Critics argue that many showcased items are mock-ups and that the laser technology itself is unreliable and underperforms in real-world tests, suggesting a pattern of 'tech exaggeration'. The vast sums spent on these spectacles are contrasted with pressing domestic issues like natural disasters and high unemployment.
