In a defining move for the future of digital media, Regtechtimes LLC—a U.S.-based powerhouse in regulatory technology journalism—has acquired a controlling stake in DefTech Times, a rising platform specializing in defense, geopolitics, and military technology. This acquisition, effective May 1, 2025, marks more than a corporate merger—it signals the emergence of a new power axis in digital journalism, uniting two high-impact domains: regulatory intelligence and defense strategy.
A Strategic Expansion into Global Security Journalism
Headquartered in Sheridan, Wyoming, Regtechtimes has long been the voice of authority in areas such as anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions compliance, and regtech innovation. With the acquisition of DefTech Times, it is now extending that expertise to include critical insights on global military affairs, cybersecurity threats, maritime power shifts, and technological warfare.
Commenting on this pivotal moment, Tejaswini Deshmukh, Editor of Regtechtimes, said:
“DefTech Times represents everything we value at Regtechtimes—depth, clarity, and fearless journalism. In an age when geopolitical tensions and financial regulations are tightly intertwined, this acquisition enables us to deliver sharper insights with a global impact. Together, we aim to set new standards for high-trust journalism in complex domains.”
Her statement underscores a growing need for unified reporting that connects the dots between strategic conflict zones, technological disruption, and the rules that govern both money and missiles.
The Visionary Behind DefTech Times: Rajlaxmi Deshmukh
Founded in 2023 by Rajlaxmi Deshmukh, a respected Political Science expert and former member of a Pune-based think tank, DefTech Times was envisioned as a focused, factual, and forward-thinking media platform that could decode the complexity of modern-day power struggles.
Rajlaxmi’s experience in policy research and international relations enabled her to bring an academic depth to real-time news coverage—making DefTech Times a rare blend of accessible journalism and strategic scholarship. Her editorial leadership has positioned the portal as a trusted resource for defense professionals, policymakers, and global affairs enthusiasts.
Why This Acquisition Matters
At a time when information warfare, military posturing, and strategic misinformation dominate global narratives, this acquisition reflects a timely shift in journalistic priorities. Together, Regtechtimes and DefTech Times will enhance their capacity to:
- Track maritime security and naval strategies in contested regions like the South China Sea.
- Analyze great-power rivalries in the Indo-Pacific and Arctic regions.
- Decode defense tech innovation, from AI-enabled surveillance to hypersonic missile systems.
- Expose the regulatory impact of geopolitical escalations, such as trade restrictions, export bans, and sanctions.
The integration of Regtechtimes’ investigative rigor with DefTech Times’ regional intelligence will create an editorial framework that is uniquely equipped to explain the world’s most consequential developments—factually, quickly, and fearlessly.
Focused Regional Coverage
As part of its mission, DefTech Times will continue to offer deep-dive coverage of strategic flashpoints and defense corridors:
- South China Sea: Reporting on freedom of navigation operations, island militarization, and ASEAN diplomatic dynamics.
- Indo-Pacific: Covering Quad cooperation, Chinese Belt & Road countermeasures, and Indo-U.S. defense alignment.
- Indian Ocean: Analyzing strategic chokepoints, naval base development, and blue-water competition.
- Arctic Region: Investigating climate militarization, NATO-Russia activity, and resource-driven deployments.
This regional focus will be complemented by Regtechtimes’ institutional knowledge in cross-border financial regulation, especially as defense trade, sanctions regimes, and compliance systems become more closely linked.
Integrity, Trust, and Timely Reporting
The merger also comes at a time when public trust in media is fragile. By upholding Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness principles, the joint editorial teams at Regtechtimes and DefTech Times are pledging transparency, neutrality, and accountability in all their reporting.
From verified sources to expert analysis, every piece of content will aim to educate and empower decision-makers—whether in defense ministries, think tanks, or tech command centers.
What Lies Ahead
While DefTech Times will maintain its editorial independence under Rajlaxmi Deshmukh, it will now benefit from Regtechtimes’ technological infrastructure, data journalism capabilities, and a larger global newsroom. This expansion is expected to double DefTech’s publishing volume, increase multilingual accessibility, and launch investigative verticals on topics such as private military companies, AI in warfare, and geo-economic warfare.
The acquisition is more than just a transaction—it is a bold step into the future of hybrid journalism, where geopolitical events and digital regulatory frameworks are increasingly interdependent.
As Tejaswini Deshmukh emphasized, “We’re building not just a media brand—but a public intelligence platform. One that speaks truth to power across borders and battlefields.”
In an era defined by uncertainty, Regtechtimes and DefTech Times are choosing precision, context, and credibility. Together, they are not just covering history—they are shaping how the world understands it.
