2026-07-21 Briefing

Cisco released two open-weight AI models, Antares-350M and Antares-1B, that detect software vulnerabilities for under $1 per scan and rival GPT-5.5&rsquo;s performance. The US Marines deployed an AI turret with standard machine guns to autonomously engage drones and ground targets. Intel&rsquo;s foundry business secured Fortinet as a customer for custom ASICs. The UK&rsquo;s £8.35B Skynet…