What Happened
Israeli Sensor Developer Supplies Hundreds of Units for Counter Drone Efforts
Innoviz Technologies, an Israeli sensor developer, has secured a $3.5 million defense contract to supply hundreds of LiDAR systems for integration into counter-unmanned aerial systems and perimeter intrusion detection networks. The deal includes an option for additional units, depending on the system’s performance during initial fielding. This marks the first time the undisclosed defense user has purchased the device, following Innoviz’s collaboration with industry partner Givon to evaluate LiDAR nodes for enhanced drone defense. The contract was reported by an unknown source.