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Defense Spending Surge Fuels Growth in Counter-Drone Technology
The global counter-UAS market is expanding rapidly, driven by significant increases in US and NATO defense budgets. The US Pentagon has requested $70 billion for drone platforms and counter-UAS systems, while global government spending on counter-UAS systems exceeded $29 billion in Q1 2026. Companies like VisionWave Holdings, Wrap Technologies, and Airship AI are positioning themselves to capitalize on this growth, with advancements in AI-driven video analytics, non-lethal response systems, and autonomous surveillance solutions. According to Finansavisen, the market is expected to continue growing as NATO allies acquire autonomous interceptor drones with sensor fusion and AI-driven threat classification. This article was first reported by Unknown Source.