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$151 Billion SHIELD Program Launched to Combat Aerial Threats

8/1/2025

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The U.S. Missile Defense Agency has launched the ambitious SHIELD program, a key component of the Golden Dome initiative, with a staggering budget of $151 billion. This groundbreaking project aims to safeguard against a range of aerial threats, including drones. Yet, bureaucratic hurdles could hinder startups from joining this critical defense effort.

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Story summary

The U.S. Missile Defense Agency has launched the ambitious SHIELD program, a key component of the Golden Dome initiative, with a staggering budget of $151 billion. This groundbreaking project aims to safeguard against a range of aerial threats, including drones. Yet, bureaucratic hurdles could hinder startups from joining this critical defense effort.