Intelligence & Security

Pentagon pushes hypersonic weapons production as startups slash costs

Dark Eagle missiles could cost over $40 million each, but startups like Castelion aim to produce hypersonic weapons for under $500,000 apiece.

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Brimstone Report is tracking this as a curated intelligence & security brief. The source report from Fox News says: Dark Eagle missiles could cost over $40 million each, but startups like Castelion aim to produce hypersonic weapons for under $500,000 apiece.

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  • Primary source: Fox News
  • Published: Oct 13, 2026, 11:12 PM UTC
  • Coverage area: Intelligence & Security
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