For years, the drone industry has focused on what aircraft can do in the sky. But a new $1.5 billion acquisition suggests the next big business opportunity may be controlling the drones you don’t want there.

The next time a rogue drone strays into restricted US airspace, especially along the southern border, it may be taken down by a beam of light traveling at the speed of physics. And according to federal regulators, that futuristic response won’t put airline passengers at risk.

When tens of thousands of fans gather under one roof, security doesn’t just stop at the doors; it extends to the skies above. That was exactly the case at Canada’s biggest night in music, the JUNO Awards, where a quiet but critical layer of anti-drone protection was keeping watch overhead.

XTEND is doubling down on one of the biggest challenges in modern warfare: how to stop hostile drones, without making things worse in the process. The AI-driven robotics company, backed by Eric Trump, has announced a new partnership with ParaZero Technologies as part of its broader $1.5 billion public-market merger. Together, the companies are rolling out a fully autonomous drone interception system that can detect, chase, and capture enemy drones mid-air using a physical net. Yes, a net.

Drone threats aren’t slowing down in Europe, and neither is DroneShield. The Australia-based counter-drone and electronic warfare specialist has officially opened its new European headquarters in Amsterdam, signaling a deeper, more permanent push into one of its fastest-growing markets.

DroneShield is making a significant move to deepen its presence in Europe, announcing a new counter-drone manufacturing operation within the EU as demand for anti-UAS systems ramps up across the region.

Drones are becoming a bigger part of everyday operations, from infrastructure inspections to emergency response. But as their numbers grow, so does the challenge of keeping sensitive airspace secure. Now, the Michigan State Capitol is taking a major step to tackle that issue.

The United States Army is doubling down on a new way to stop hostile drones, not just with missiles or jammers, but with AI-powered nets in the sky. Utah-based Fortem Technologies says it has secured a three-year, $18 million contract to deploy its DroneHunter interceptors and support services at Army sites worldwide. The deal is aimed at strengthening defenses against what military leaders increasingly see as one of the most urgent battlefield (and homeland) threats: small, unauthorized drones.

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to bring more than one million international visitors to stadiums across the United States, federal security planners are moving early to counter one of the fastest-growing threats in modern event protection: small drones.

A Danish defense startup betting on raw kinetic force instead of electronic warfare has raised more money than planned — a signal of how fast the counter-drone arms race is heating up.

It’s been a while since we’ve talked about the use of drones in Ukraine by both sides of the conflict but over the last year, a new type of drone has begun being used to counter anti-UAV activities. However, the side effects are starting to show their downside.

Drones are big business right now if you’re a defense contractor, building drones, designing new drones, and trying to compete with drones coming out of Ukraine and Russia. However, the bigger concern is countering drones, and the Army has a new toy to test out.

DroneShield’s systems are getting sharper, faster, and far more connected, just as governments and infrastructure operators are scrambling to manage increasingly crowded skies. The counter-drone company has rolled out ADS-B integration for smarter aircraft tracking, launched a new DroneSentry-C2 Enterprise (C2E) platform for nationwide command-and-control, and unveiled its most ambitious AI-powered software update yet.

Counter-uncrewed systems (CUxS) tech specialist DroneShield has announced the launch of SentryCiv, a next-generation solution aimed at helping civilian sectors protect critical infrastructure from the growing threat of malicious drones.

The battlefield is changing, and so is the Bushmaster. The legendary armored vehicle, built by Thales Australia, has been a trusted shield for troops in war zones for over 20 years. But now, it’s stepping into the future with a powerful new trick up its sleeve — advanced counter-drone technology.

A wave of mysterious drone sightings has ignited swift federal action in New York, with Gov. Kathy Hochul announcing the deployment of a cutting-edge drone detection system to the state. This move comes after reports of unidentified aerial activity disrupted operations at Stewart International Airport and stirred public concern across the East Coast.

In response to the escalating challenges posed by drones, the Department of Defense (DoD) has launched a comprehensive strategy to address this evolving security threat. The initiative, detailed in an unclassified fact sheet, outlines measures to protect US interests against adversaries increasingly leveraging drones enhanced by artificial intelligence, autonomy, and networking technologies.

The National Football League (NFL), Justice Department, and FBI are urging Congress to act swiftly to bolster defenses against rogue drones threatening public safety at stadiums and critical facilities. Testifying before a House subcommittee on Tuesday, NFL security chief Cathy Lanier emphasized the urgency, stating, “The time to act to keep fans safe is now.”

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is taking a bold step into drone defense technology by partnering with Anduril Industries. This collaboration will focus on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) with national security by developing advanced counter-drone systems (C-UAS) to protect US and allied forces from evolving drone threats.

As rogue drone incidents escalate worldwide, D-Fend Solutions is stepping up to meet the challenge with cutting-edge technology and significant financial backing. The counter-drone specialist has announced a $31 million investment round led by Israel Growth Partners (IGP), alongside existing investor Vertex Ventures and new contributor Vertex Growth.

Responding to a surge in demand for counter-drone technology, Australia’s DroneShield is expanding its presence across Europe. The Sydney-based company says it has added a specialized team of experts to bolster its support network in Europe, with a strong focus on Denmark and Germany.

The US Army held an anti-drone shoot out at Fort Drum, New York earlier this month to test out various systems for taking down drone attacks. This comes as every nation seems to be increasing its drone war plans as continued use of them in battle aren’t slowing down.

On July 13, 2024, former President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Investigators now say the gunman utilized a DJI drone to conduct pre-attack reconnaissance, significantly aiding his ability to carry out the attack.

American defense technology company Anduril Industries and German technology group Rheinmetall are joining forces to design, develop, and produce new layered counter-drone air defense systems, primarily targeting the European markets.

Counter-drone specialist Dedrone has launched DedroneOnTheMove, a sophisticated mobile solution to detect, identify, and mitigate unauthorized drones in real-time.