technology Techradar 2026-07-11

Affordable Hypersonic Missiles Developed, Navy Orders 50 Units

A California defense startup, Castelion, is now producing hypersonic missiles priced under $300,000 each, significantly lower than typical costs. The US Navy has placed its first production order for 50 units, valued at $23.4 million.

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