New airspace restrictions aim to counter unauthorized drone activity and protect border security operations, while limiting civilian drone flights near the border. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Department of War (DoW), and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have announced new drone flight restrictions along the U.S.-Mexico border. The coordinated action aims … [Read more...] about Federal Agencies Announce New Drone Flight Restrictions Along U.S.-Mexico Border
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DHS Tests Counter-Drone Technology With State and Local Law Enforcement
Field assessment gives first responders hands-on experience with commercial C-UAS systems as agencies prepare for new procurement opportunities The Department of Homeland Security is testing commercial counter-drone technology with state and local law enforcement as agencies prepare to expand their C-UAS capabilities. DHS's Science and Technology Directorate announced the … [Read more...] about DHS Tests Counter-Drone Technology With State and Local Law Enforcement
Fortem Raises $50 Million to Scale Counter-Drone Systems
Lockheed Martin leads Series B as demand grows for integrated detection, tracking and drone interception technology Fortem Technologies has closed a $50 million Series B financing round to expand production and deployment of its counter-drone systems. Lockheed Martin led the round after committing $25 million in an initial investment announced in April. Unusual Machines … [Read more...] about Fortem Raises $50 Million to Scale Counter-Drone Systems
Motorola Solutions Completes $1.5 Billion Acquisition of D-Fend Solutions
Counter-drone technology joins Motorola Solutions’ public safety portfolio as demand for airspace protection grows Motorola Solutions has completed its $1.5 billion acquisition of counter-drone technology provider D-Fend Solutions. The deal brings D-Fend’s RF cyber-takeover technology into Motorola Solutions’ public safety and security portfolio. “Safety on the ground demands … [Read more...] about Motorola Solutions Completes $1.5 Billion Acquisition of D-Fend Solutions
Ondas to Provide Counter-Drone Protection for Jacksonville Jaguars Home Games
NFL team adopts Sentrycs technology as stadium operators strengthen defenses against unauthorized drones Ondas Inc. announced that its Sentrycs subsidiary has been selected to provide counter-drone protection for Jacksonville Jaguars home games during the upcoming NFL season. According to the company, the Jaguars are the first NFL franchise to deploy a counter-UAS system … [Read more...] about Ondas to Provide Counter-Drone Protection for Jacksonville Jaguars Home Games
