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Tech Firms Showcase Drone Defense Innovations in Ottawa

11/30/2025

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International technology companies demonstrated drone detection capabilities to the Department of National Defense (DND) in Ottawa from November 24 to 28, 2025, at the Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Sandbox 2025.
Twenty companies competed for up to $1.75 million in prize money.
Ottawa-based firms emphasized urban testing for real-world validation despite technical issues.
Deepak Dutt, CEO of Zighra, urged layered defense against drone threats.

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International technology companies demonstrated drone detection capabilities to the Department of National Defense (DND) in Ottawa from November 24 to 28, 2025, at the Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems Sandbox 2025.
Twenty companies competed for up to $1.75 million in prize money.
Ottawa-based firms emphasized urban testing for real-world validation despite technical issues.
Deepak Dutt, CEO of Zighra, urged layered defense against drone threats.