Ondas Co-Leads FPF Defense Investment to Expand Counter-UAS Portfolio
Jul 24, 2026, 8:37 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Positive strategic backing for a defense-tech ecosystem around Ondas could improve investor perception, potentially lifting ONDS valuation on expanded collaboration and pipeline visibility, even if near-term revenue timing remains uncertain.
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RSE Ventures and Ondas co-led a strategic investment in FPF Defense, advancing SmartFlak and the Hammerhead interceptor to address the 9-20 kilometer drone-engagement gap. The deal includes FPF relocating HQ to West Palm Beach, reinforcing Ondas' regional defense ecosystem and potentially unlocking collaborative opportunities within Ondas' autonomous defense portfolio.
RSE Ventures and Ondas co-lead strategic investment in FPF Defense.
FPF aims to close cost asymmetry with SmartFlak and Hammerhead interceptors.
Drone costs ~$50k; shot cost targeted in the low tens of thousands.
FPF relocates HQ to West Palm Beach, aligning with Ondas' defense footprint.
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