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DHS Allocates $115M for Counter-Drone Tech Ahead of Major Events

1/17/2026

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The Department of Homeland Security will invest $115 million in counter-drone tech for 2026 FIFA World Cup and United States' 250th anniversary.
The funding aims to strengthen security at venues amid rising drone threats.
Kristi Noem, secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, cites incidents and Ukraine as catalysts.
DHS has created a new office to speed drone-defense procurement.
FEMA allocated $250 million for local agencies to buy counter-drone equipment.

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The Department of Homeland Security will invest $115 million in counter-drone tech for 2026 FIFA World Cup and United States' 250th anniversary.
The funding aims to strengthen security at venues amid rising drone threats.
Kristi Noem, secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, cites incidents and Ukraine as catalysts.
DHS has created a new office to speed drone-defense procurement.
FEMA allocated $250 million for local agencies to buy counter-drone equipment.