Motorola Solutions Acquires D-Fend for $1.5 Billion to Combat Drones

By EC Assets · Published 1 June 2026

Motorola Solutions announced it will acquire Israeli startup D-Fend Solutions for $1.5 billion. This transaction includes D-Fend's counter-drone technology, which helps detect and manage unauthorized drones. The acquisition addresses increasing demand from governments and critical infrastructure operators globally for anti-drone solutions. Motorola Solutions entered a definitive agreement to acquire D-Fend Solutions. D-Fend is recognized as an industry leader in counter-drone technology. Motorola Solutions stated this move will expand its portfolio. The acquisition price for D-Fend Solutions is $1.5 billion. D-Fend Solutions is an Israeli company specializing in counter-drone technology. The deal is expected to build on Motorola's previous acquisition of Silvus for $4.4 billion last year, which provided secure communications and networking for drones. D-Fend Solutions' technology helps authorized users. The company is a counter-drone technology maker. Estimates indicate D-Fend Solutions is expected to generate $185 million in revenue during 2026. This article is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice.