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Motorola Solutions completes $1.5B D-Fend deal to expand counter-drone platform

Aug 20, 2026, 8:57 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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A transformative acquisition expands MSI’s product suite and growth opportunities in a high-priority defense/safety market, potentially lifting valuation through higher long-term revenue and cross-sell. Near-term impact may hinge on integration execution and capex financing.

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Motorola Solutions has completed its $1.5 billion acquisition of D-Fend Solutions, a leader in counter-drone technology. D-Fend’s RF cyber-takeover approach enables precise threat mitigation across more than 30 countries and will be integrated into MSI’s public safety ecosystem, potentially accelerating adoption and expanding airspace protection offerings and service revenue over the coming years.

MSI purchases D-Fend for $1.5B, adding RF counter-drone tech. Integration aims to scale global adoption.
D-Fend deployed in 30+ countries; MSI expects accelerated adoption across public safety and enterprise.
RF cyber-takeover enables precise threat mitigation without disrupting authorized drones or comms.
Zohar Halachmi remains CEO of D-Fend; MSI will lead the counter-drone platform and integration.

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