Quantum Cyber sharpens focus on drones, navigation

Quantum Cyber says it is concentrating its autonomous-defense business on three pillars: one-way attack and interceptor drones, a licensed quantum antenna intended to provide GPS-independent navigation and communications, and MAHCA software for coordinating drone swarms. The company is targeting border patrol, defense and law-enforcement markets, while giving less emphasis to maritime and other exploratory programs. It also says its Bridgeport, Connecticut, 3D-printing operation is running an 80-unit production farm, while annual output of 100,000 drones remains a goal rather than current capacity. The strategy is built around the company’s view that autonomous systems must operate in environments where GPS is unavailable and electronic warfare is prevalent. An analyst assessment cited in coverage was mixed: strategic execution was viewed as a relative positive, but losses, cash burn and balance-sheet concerns continued to weigh on the company’s outlook.