New ultra-compact solution designed for fiber optics-controlled loitering munitions and surveillance drones combines AI, advanced video processing, and low-SWaP architecture

Rehovot, Israel, May 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Maris-Tech Ltd. (NASDAQ:MTEK, MTEKW)) ("Maris-Tech" or the "Company"), a global leader in video and artificial intelligence ("AI")- based edge computing technology, today announced the introduction of a new ultra-compact platform designed specifically for advanced drone payloads and fiber optics-controlled aerial systems (the "New Platform" or the "Platform").

Developed to address the operational requirements of a leading international defense contractor, the New Platform integrates advanced video processing and AI capabilities into an extremely small form factor optimized for modern drone environments.

The Platform utilizes a powerful System on Chip featuring multimedia and AI capabilities while supporting direct integration with relatively low-cost Mobile Industry Processor Interface cameras. Its compact, low Size, Weight, and Power ("SwaP") architecture enables deployment across a wide range of aerial platforms where payload size and operational efficiency are critical.

A key feature of the Platform is its dedicated fiber optics connectivity interface, designed to support secure, high-bandwidth, low-latency video and data transmission for fiber optics-controlled drone operations.

"Fiber optics-controlled drone systems are becoming essential for loitering munitions and tactical surveillance," said Israel Bar, Chief Executive Officer of Maris-Tech. "We identified this growing market need early and moved to develop a mission-ready solution that combines advanced edge AI, video intelligence, and compact deployment capabilities. We believe this New Platform positions Maris-Tech to support the next generation of resilient drone technologies being adopted by leading defense organizations worldwide."

For more information, visit www.maris-tech.com.

About Maris-Tech Ltd.

Maris-Tech delivers AI-powered edge video solutions for mission-critical defense and security operations, enabling real-time situational awareness, intelligence gathering, and surveillance in bandwidth- and latency-constrained environments. Trusted by leading security organizations, Maris-Tech platforms are deployed across UAVs, UGVs, armored vehicles, and dismounted soldier systems, supporting missions that require ultra-low-latency video processing and onboard AI analytics. From intelligence collection in extreme conditions to AI-driven surveillance and terrain dominance, Maris-Tech masters the AI video pipeline at the edge through best-in-class SWaP-optimized, ruggedized computing solutions.

For more information, visit https://www.maris-tech.com/

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