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Applied Energetics, Inc. (AERG) is a manufacturing-sector company focused on advanced laser and photonics technologies, with an emphasis on fiber-based ultrashort pulse (USP) laser and directed-energy systems. News related to AERG often highlights developments in these technologies, defense engagements, capital markets activity, and corporate governance updates.
Recent press releases describe Applied Energetics as working on dual-use systems designed for integration on defense platforms, delivering high-intensity ultrashort pulses of light for national security and commercial applications. The company has reported milestones such as the first outdoor testing of a next-generation USPL subsystem, where performance was evaluated in areas like beam quality, atmospheric propagation, target engagement and sensor kill, and stability under environmental stresses.
Investors and observers can also find news on Applied Energetics’ participation in defense-related contract vehicles and conferences. The company has announced its selection to participate in the Missile Defense Agency’s Scalable Homeland Innovative Enterprise Layered Defense (SHIELD) IDIQ contract vehicle, part of the Golden Dome missile defense initiative. It has also publicized appearances at events such as the Needham Growth Conference and the Baird Defense & Government Conference, where its leadership discusses strategy and recent milestones.
News coverage additionally includes updates on the company’s intellectual property portfolio, including new patents in Raman amplification and coherent optical sources, as well as appointments to its leadership and advisory ranks. Capital markets announcements, such as private placements of common stock and pre-funded warrants, and governance developments disclosed in SEC filings, also appear in the AERG news flow. This combination of technology, defense, financing, and governance updates provides a view into how Applied Energetics is advancing its ultrashort pulse laser and directed-energy initiatives.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG) appointed Warren Spector as Chief Financial Officer effective January 28, 2026.
Mr. Spector, previously Vice President of Finance since June 23, 2025, will lead finance, accounting, treasury, SOX readiness, audit and capital‑markets strategy as the company positions for scaled commercialization and potential uplisting.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG) corrected the webcast link for its presentation at the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference. The presentation will occur at 4:30 pm ET on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel in New York City. Chris Donaghey, President & Chief Executive Officer, will discuss the company's strategy and recent milestones. The corrected live webcast link is https://wsw.com/webcast/needham148/aerg/2229297. Interested parties may register and join via the link or contact their Needham representative to request a meeting with management.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB: AERG) will present at the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 15, 2026 at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel in New York City. Chris Donaghey, President & CEO, will discuss the company’s strategy and recent milestones. The presentation begins at 4:30 PM ET and will be webcast live at https://wsw.com/webcast/needham148/apld/2232783. Interested parties may register for the webcast via the link or contact their Needham representative to request a meeting with management.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG) was selected to participate in the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) SHIELD Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicle on December 22, 2025. The SHIELD IDIQ supports MDA and Department of War Golden Dome missile defense efforts and has a potential 10-year ceiling of $151 billion. Participation lets Applied Energetics compete for rapid task or delivery orders for technology demonstrations, missile tracking, resilient communications, R&D, prototyping, testing, and transitioning directed-energy solutions. More than 2,100 organizations were selected. The IDIQ establishes terms for future work but does not guarantee government contract awards.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG) completed its first outdoor testing event of a next‑generation ultrashort pulse laser (USPL) subsystem on December 15, 2025. The test evaluated beam quality, atmospheric propagation, target engagement, sensor kill and stability under wind and temperature variation. Data reportedly show the subsystem maintained performance in field‑representative conditions. The company said it will refine system design, integrate advanced beam‑director architectures, and prepare demonstrations with defense customers.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG) appointed Dr. Matthew Seaford to its Advisory Board on November 10, 2025. Dr. Seaford brings over three decades of experience in advanced technology, national security, and industrial base development, including roles as Director of the Portfolio Management Office for the U.S. Department of Commerce CHIPS Program Office overseeing a $39 billion semiconductor portfolio, National Security Advisor for CHIPS, Deputy Director of DPA Title III, and Technical Director for the CIA Directorate of Science and Technology (2013–2025). He is founder and CEO of Manufacturing Legislative Services and holds a Ph.D. and M.S. from Cornell and a B.S. from Rutgers. The appointment is positioned to support Applied Energetics’ strategic alignment with U.S. defense and industrial priorities.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG) announced on November 4, 2025 that CEO Chris Donaghey will moderate a panel at the Baird 8th Annual Defense & Government Conference on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 3:55 pm ET at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner, Virginia.
The panel, titled “Transforming Warfighting: DefenseTech Disruption,” will include CEOs from four leading DefenseTech companies and will discuss advances in ultrashort pulse laser and directed energy technologies relevant to defense applications.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG) closed a private placement on October 8, 2025 raising approximately $10.8 million. The company sold 5,995,674 shares (or pre-funded warrants) at $1.80 per share (or $1.799 per pre-funded warrant). Pre-funded warrants are exercisable immediately at $0.001 per share with a 5% beneficial ownership cap. Proceeds are planned for product development, hiring, strategic partnerships, preparation for a potential uplisting, and general corporate purposes. Titan Partners Group acted as financial advisor. The offering closed subject to customary closing conditions.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG) appointed Dr. David E. Spence as Chief Product Officer effective October 8, 2025.
Dr. Spence brings 25+ years of experience in ultrashort pulse lasers, nonlinear optics and commercializing advanced laser systems, has over a dozen issued patents, is an Optica Fellow, and holds a Ph.D. in Laser Physics from the University of St. Andrews. Management says his hire aims to accelerate development and deployment of the company's ultrashort pulse laser systems for defense and commercial customers.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG), a leader in ultrashort pulse laser and directed energy technologies, has appointed Brigadier General (Retired) Samuel "Luke" Peterson to its Advisory Board. Peterson brings nearly 35 years of military service and acquisition experience, most recently serving as Program Executive Officer for Combat Support & Combat Service Support, where he managed 248 acquisition programs with annual budgets exceeding $3 billion.
In his previous roles, Peterson oversaw $5.2 billion in prototyping efforts for cutting-edge capabilities including hypersonics, high-energy lasers, and high-power microwave systems. His appointment aligns with Applied Energetics' mission to develop and field USPL and directed energy solutions for the Department of Defense.