Motorola Solutions acquires Israeli counter-drone firm D-Fend for $1.5 billion
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Motorola Solutions has agreed to acquire Israeli counter-drone technology company D-Fend Solutions for $1.5 billion, aiming to meet growing demand from governments and critical infrastructure operators for anti-drone security systems. The rising use of drones in conflicts, including the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, has highlighted the need for technologies that can safely intercept and control drones without disrupting communications or causing damage. The acquisition is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026.
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· 3 pulledMotorola Solutions will buy Israeli counter-drone technology maker D-Fend Solutions for $1.5 billion to tap rising demand from governments and critical infrastructure operators to counter rising security threats.
The acquisition is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, the telecom equipment firm said in a statement on Monday.
Rising use of drones in conflicts including the U.S-Israeli war on Iran has underscored the growing need for systems that can safely intercept and control drones without disrupting communications or causing damage.
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