Motorola Solutions to acquire DFend for $1.5 billion

Motorola Solutions announced on Monday that it will acquire Israeli counter-drone technology firm DFend Solutions for $1.5 billion. The deal, expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, marks a significant expansion for the communications and public safety company into the growing market for neutralizing unauthorized drones.

The acquisition targets rising global demand for systems that can safely intercept drones without causing damage or widespread disruption. DFend’s flagship technology, called EnforceAir, uses radio frequency signals to take control of rogue drones in flight and guide them to a safe landing zone. This approach differs from methods that jam signals or physically destroy drones, which can be more costly or disruptive.

DFend’s systems are currently deployed in more than 30 countries, protecting airports, military bases, and critical infrastructure. Its client base includes several NATO member nations and agencies within the U.S. Departments of Homeland Security, Defense, and Justice. The company, founded in 2016, has seen its annual revenue grow by more than 50 percent in each of the past three years and projects 2026 revenue to reach approximately $185 million.