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Artificial intelligence and quantum computing will be a game changer for drone-related companies, such as ZenaTech Inc. (NASDAQ: ZENA), IBM (NYSE: IBM), Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG), Intel (NASDAQ: INTC), and Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (NASDAQ: KTOS).
For one, quantum computing is revolutionizing drone technology by allowing for real-time optimization, and for secure quantum-encrypted communications. In fact, companies like ZenaTech’s subsidiary ZenaDrone is now developing a quantum navigation system designed to enable secure drone operations in GPS-denied and satellite-compromised environments.
Two, we have to remember that the US Department of War, along with other federal agencies, has been calling for advancements in quantum-resistant communications, post-quantum cybersecurity, and quantum sensing for drone navigation in GPS-denied environments to ensure US defense and aerospace superiority.
And three, the White House’s AI Action Plan and the three Executive Orders issued in July 2025 prioritize domestic AI innovation, infrastructure development, and deployment of ideologically neutral AI technologies. All of which is a significant catalyst for quantum computing, cybersecurity, and drone technology.
Here’s More on ZenaDrone’s Defense-focused Quantum Navigation System
ZenaTech (NASDAQ: ZENA) just said its drone subsidiary ZenaDrone initiated the development of a quantum navigation system designed to enable secure drone operations in GPS-denied and satellite-compromised environments.
The system will initially support ZenaDrone 1000, the company’s multifunction heavy-lift drone for use in defense applications including ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance), specialized cargo, and border patrol. Future scalability is also planned across the company’s IQ series drone platforms.
In fact, as noted by Shaun Passley, Ph.D., ZenaTech CEO:
“The ability to operate autonomously in GPS-denied environments is an operational imperative for modern defense. We are committed to supporting U.S. defense and national security interests with technology that performs where conventional systems fail. We see quantum navigation as a cornerstone capability that will define the next generation of autonomous systems for defense, and we are making the strategic investments in the R&D needed to enable our future leadership as the industry evolves."
Quantum navigation systems are considered next-generation, self-contained and ultra-precise motion sensing systems that enable reliable navigation without GPS by using quantum physics–based principles and sensors. As defense operational landscapes evolve, defense missions increasingly face environments where GPS and satellite signals cannot be relied upon, whether due to jamming, spoofing, or other contested conditions.
These navigation systems fuse quantum inertial measurement with AI-driven path correction, enabling sustained and accurate positioning over extended mission periods without reliance on external signals. Quantum navigation can also benefit commercial drones operating in GPS-challenged environments such as in dense urban corridors, indoor industrial facilities, underground sites, and long-range BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line-of-Sight) missions.
Some of the other top beneficiaries include:
IBM just unveiled the next generation of IBM FlashSystem, co-run by agentic AI, ushering in a new era of autonomous storage. By enhancing FlashSystem’s existing AI capabilities with agentic AI, IBM is redefining resilience through sustained protection, autonomous threat analysis, and customized recovery recommendations. Clients can now turn storage into an always-on layer of intelligence, enabling reliable and secure storage operations that can reduce the manual effort of storage management by up to 90%. The new portfolio includes: Three new systems – the IBM FlashSystem 5600, 7600, and 9600 – which deliver up to 40% greater data efficiency for improved capacity footprint and performance, compared to the previous generation. FlashSystem.ai, a new set of intelligent data services that help administrators manage, monitor, diagnose, and remediate issues across the entire data path. The new fifth-generation FlashCore Module all-flash drive, which is engineered to provide hardware-accelerated real-time ransomware detection, data reduction, analytics and operations, with advanced telemetry and consistently low latency at scale. As companies increasingly integrate AI workflows into their operations, agentic AI has the potential to streamline the way IT teams work across the stack. In fact, 76% of executives responding to an IBM IBV study say their organizations are developing, executing, or scaling proof-of-concepts that automate intelligent workflows through self-sufficient AI agents. In tandem, enterprise IT teams continue to face accelerated data growth, expanding cyber threats, and tightening compliance requirements. These roadblocks have created a need for intelligent, autonomous storage solutions.
Alphabet announced financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Consolidated Alphabet revenues increased 18%, or 17% in constant currency, to $113.8 billion, reflecting strong momentum across the business and acceleration in growth in both Google Services and Google Cloud. Google Services revenues increased 14% to $95.9 billion, led by 17% growth in Google Search & other, 17% in Google subscriptions, platforms, and devices, and 9% in YouTube ads. YouTube revenue across ads and subscriptions exceeded $60 billion for the full year 2025. Google Cloud saw a continued increase in customer demand as revenues increased 48% to $17.7 billion, led by an increase in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) across enterprise AI Infrastructure and enterprise AI Solutions, as well as core GCP products. Consolidated Alphabet operating income increased 16% and operating margin was 31.6%. Operating income included a $2.1 billion employee compensation charge for Waymo. Net income increased 30% and EPS increased 31% to $2.82. Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet and Google, said: “It was a tremendous quarter for Alphabet and annual revenues exceeded $400 billion for the first time. The launch of Gemini 3 was a major milestone and we have great momentum. Our first party models, like Gemini, now process over 10 billion tokens per minute via direct API use by our customers, and the Gemini App has grown to over 750 million monthly active users. Search saw more usage than ever before, with AI continuing to drive an expansionary moment.
Intel reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results. “Our conviction in the essential role of CPUs in the AI era continues to grow,” said Lip-Bu Tan, Intel CEO. “We delivered a solid finish to the year and made progress on our journey to build a new Intel. The introduction of our first products on Intel 18A – the most advanced process technology developed and manufactured in the United States – marks an important milestone, and we’re working aggressively to grow supply to meet strong customer demand. Our priorities are clear: sharpen execution, reinvigorate engineering excellence, and fully capitalize on the vast opportunity AI presents across all of our businesses.” Also, "We exceeded Q4 expectations across revenue, gross margin, and EPS even as we navigated industry-wide supply shortages,” said David Zinsner, Intel CFO. “We expect our available supply to be at its lowest level in Q1 before improving in Q2 and beyond. Demand fundamentals across our core markets remain healthy as the rapid adoption of AI reinforces the importance of the x86 ecosystem as the world’s most widely deployed high-performance compute architecture.”
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions reported its fourth quarter 2025 financial results, including Revenues of $345.1 million, Operating Income of $8.2 million, Net Income of $5.9 million, Adjusted EBITDA of $34.1 million and a consolidated book to bill ratio of 1.3 to 1.0. Fourth quarter 2025 Net Income and Operating Income includes non-cash stock compensation expense of $9.1 million, and Company-funded Research and Development (R&D) expense of $9.8 million, including efforts in our Space, Satellite, Unmanned Systems and Microwave Electronic businesses. Kratos reported in the fourth quarter 2025 GAAP Net Income of $5.9 million and GAAP Net Income per share of $0.03, compared to GAAP Net Income of $3.9 million and GAAP Net Income per share of $0.03, for the fourth quarter of 2024. Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) were $0.18 for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared to $0.13 for the fourth quarter of 2024. Fourth quarter 2025 Revenues of $345.1 million increased $62.0 million, reflecting 20.0 percent organic growth from fourth quarter 2024 Revenues of $283.1 million. Organic revenue growth was reported in our Unmanned Systems segment of 12.1 percent and in our KGS segment of 22.2 percent. The most notable growth in our KGS Segment was in our Defense Rocket Systems, Microwave Products, and Space, Training and Cyber businesses, with organic revenue growth rates of 47.4 percent, 32.4 percent and 22.7 percent, respectively, compared to the fourth quarter of 2024.
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