US firm acquires German lasercom pioneer Mynaric

A US corporation has acquired Mynaric, a Bavarian startup specializing in groundbreaking laser communication technology. The company had fallen into financial distress due to delays in its mass production efforts. This acquisition represents a significant transfer of advanced European defense and space technology to American ownership. The move follows a broader trend of US and European firms ramping up production of next-generation military and dual-use systems.