New data highlights rising investment in jamming, laser, and microwave systems as governments and industry seek scalable drone defense solutions Global investment in counter-drone technology is accelerating, as new data shows a sharp increase in patent activity tied to the growing use of small unmanned aircraft. According to research from intellectual property law firm Mathys … [Read more...] about China Leads Global Surge in Counter-Drone Patents as Security Concerns Grow
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EagleNXT Expands in Europe as Defense Drone Market Demand Grows
European Market for Defense Drones, Counter-UAS Grows By Dronelife Features Editor Jim Magill As western European nations contend with the proliferation of small UAVs, including some that might be operated with hostile intent, the need for defense-related drone technology and counter-UAS equipment is creating a new market for U.S.-based entities, the CEO of a defense UAV … [Read more...] about EagleNXT Expands in Europe as Defense Drone Market Demand Grows
DroneShield Announces New US Research and Development Expansion
Australian counter-drone technology firm DroneShield recently announced a significant expansion of its research and development (R&D) operations in the United States. This move emphasizes DroneShield’s commitment to expanding its research and development capabilities and will more than double their presence in the US. New Virginia Expansion As part of this strategic … [Read more...] about DroneShield Announces New US Research and Development Expansion
Zero Trust Takes Flight: SpiderOak’s Cybersecurity Platform Shields Drone Data from Spoofing and Theft
SpiderOak provides zero-trust solutions to protect drone data By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill As the number of UAVs flown for a wide variety of purposes grows, drone fleet operators are becoming increasingly concerned over the need to protect their data from malicious actors who might want to steal it, as well as protecting their fleets from spoofing or jamming … [Read more...] about Zero Trust Takes Flight: SpiderOak’s Cybersecurity Platform Shields Drone Data from Spoofing and Theft
Are Drones a Threat to Nuclear Power Plants? Examining Risks to the U.S. Electric Grid
Are nuclear power plants, other electric facilities at risk from drones? By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill This is the third in a series of articles, examining the problems posed to critical infrastructure sites and other significant potential targets of drone incursions by hostile actors. Part one described current federal laws pertaining to the use of counter-drone … [Read more...] about Are Drones a Threat to Nuclear Power Plants? Examining Risks to the U.S. Electric Grid
