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Experts: More tools needed to protect airports from drones By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill (This is the fifth in a series of articles, examining the problems posed to critical infrastructure sites and other significant potential targets of drone incursions by hostile actors. Previous installments examined current federal laws pertaining to the use of counter-drone […]
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Challenge to allow start-ups to show off counter-UAS skills By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Entrepreneurs hoping to develop the next big thing in counter-UAS technology will get an opportunity to show their stuff as part of the Proven in Pendleton Challenge, hosted by the Oregon UAS Accelerator this spring. The Challenge will offer more […]
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Commercial Drone Alliance Calls for Regulatory Clarity and Expanded Counter-UAS Authorities Lisa Ellman, Executive Director of the Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA), testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Aviation today, February 6, 2025. Her remarks addressed the evolving landscape of counter-unmanned aircraft systems (counter-UAS) policies and the need for balanced regulations that ensure […]
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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 […]
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Bad actors use drones to threaten jails, prisons By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill This is the second 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 technology. […]
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Pilot Program Showcases Innovation in Airspace Safety Amid Rising Drone Concerns El Paso International Airport recently partnered with D-Fend Solutions to enhance airspace safety during the Amigo Airsho. The airshow, held after a 12-year hiatus, attracted over 60,000 spectators and featured aerial performances and aircraft displays. The Airport implemented a counter-drone technology pilot program to […]
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For clarity and depth, we’ve divided our coverage of the recent Congressional hearing titled “Safeguarding the Homeland from Unmanned Aerial Systems,” into two parts. Part 1, found here, focused on federal officials’ testimony regarding unexplained drone incursions in New York and New Jersey and the broader challenges facing counter-drone operations. This is Part 2, delving into […]
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For clarity and depth, we’ve divided our coverage of the recent Congressional hearing on drone activity into two parts. This article, Part 1, focuses on federal officials’ testimony regarding unexplained drone incursions in New York and New Jersey and the broader challenges facing counter-drone operations. Part 2 will delve into insights from private-sector experts on […]
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Funding to Support Expansion and Innovation in Addressing Rogue Drone Threats D-Fend Solutions has announced the successful initial closing of a $31 million investment round. The funding was led by Israel Growth Partners (IGP), with contributions from existing investor Vertex Ventures and new investor Vertex Growth. This financial backing will support the company in advancing […]
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EnforceAir System Set for Extensive Evaluation in Airport Environments under Cooperative Research Program D-Fend Solutions has announced a new agreement with the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) to test its counter-drone technology, EnforceAir, across various government and commercial airport environments. The testing program, conducted under the Cooperative Research and Development Agreement […]
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