https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/silicon-valley-backed-covenant-unveils-low-cost-mass-producible-cruise-missileContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/silicon-valley-backed-covenant-unveils-low-cost-mass-producible-cruise-missilehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/silicon-valley-backed-covenant-unveils-low-cost-mass-producible-cruise-missile#u64654Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:15:44 +0000Defense startup Covenant has exited stealth to unveil a long-range, heavy-payload cruise missile designed for low-cost mass production. Backed by investors including Peter Thiel and Andreessen Horowitz, the company is establishing production facilities in the United States and Germany. The U.S. Army is currently testing the weapon, known as the Anthem, to address existing missile shortages. Covenant plans to begin cruise missile production in Germany next year to provide deep strike capabilities across the U.S. and Europe.Why it mattersThe U.S. is currently facing a shortage of missiles. This