The Düsseldorf-based technology group Rheinmetall and Destinus, a Netherlands-based European defence technology company focused on scalable strike and interception systems, have agreed to establish a joint venture. The aim of the two partners is to set up the…
Rheinmetall and Destinus to Form a Joint Venture for Missiles
Rheinmetall and Destinus announced a joint venture to develop missile systems, raising concerns about potential supply chain and software vulnerabilities in defense technologies. The collaboration could expose critical infrastructure to cyber threats if existing security gaps in embedded systems or AI-driven components are exploited. Affected parties include government defense agencies, military contractors, and civilian infrastructure relying on advanced defense systems.