{
  "id": 7970221,
  "title": "Rheinmetall CEO Papperger: \"Robots are coming\"",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/rheinmetall-ceo-papperger-robots-are-coming",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-17T05:25:43.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Euronews",
    "slug": "euronews",
    "url": "https://www.euronews.com/business/2026/09/17/rheinmetall-ceo-papperger-robots-are-coming"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Germany is looking to bolster its defense capabilities, with a focus on advanced technologies like humanoid robots, drones, and space-based systems. Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger discussed the company's role in this rearmament effort and the current state of various projects, including the Skyranger and joint ventures with Destinus and Lockheed Martin. Papperger emphasized that the company is committed to increasing production capacity and ensuring that Germany, Europe, and NATO reach sufficient levels of defense readiness. He highlighted the importance of humanoid robots, drones, and space-based systems in future warfare, stating that these technologies are essential for addressing increasingly sophisticated threats.",
  "summary": "Rheinmetall boss Armin Papperger on missile shortages, ramped-up arms production and future weapons. What lessons come from Ukraine, Skyranger, drones, combat robots and space? Interview with the head of Germany's largest defence firm.",
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        "outlet": "Euronews Business",
        "title": "Rheinmetall CEO Papperger: \"Robots are coming\"",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/rheinmetall-ceo-papperger-robots-are-coming-7976270",
        "published": "2026-09-17T05:25:43.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}