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Drone Threats Prompt New Defense Act for Sports Events

2/22/2025

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In 2023, a spike in unauthorized drone activity at NFL and NASCAR events ignited a bipartisan call for the DEFENSE Act, granting local law enforcement the authority to disable drones at major gatherings. Simultaneously, NASCAR is embracing drone technology for enhanced race safety, employing systems like DroneShield and Dedrone to identify and neutralize potential threats.

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Story summary

In 2023, a spike in unauthorized drone activity at NFL and NASCAR events ignited a bipartisan call for the DEFENSE Act, granting local law enforcement the authority to disable drones at major gatherings. Simultaneously, NASCAR is embracing drone technology for enhanced race safety, employing systems like DroneShield and Dedrone to identify and neutralize potential threats.