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China Dominates Anti-Drone Patent Applications, Surging 27%

3/18/2026

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China led global patent applications for anti-drone technology, filing 82 of 126 in the past year, according to Mathys & Squire.
This marks a 27% year-over-year increase from the previous year.
The United States followed with 22 applications, and South Korea submitted six.
European countries lag in filings despite drone-related disruptions at major airports.
Interference and jamming technologies are the most common innovations.

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Story summary

China led global patent applications for anti-drone technology, filing 82 of 126 in the past year, according to Mathys & Squire.
This marks a 27% year-over-year increase from the previous year.
The United States followed with 22 applications, and South Korea submitted six.
European countries lag in filings despite drone-related disruptions at major airports.
Interference and jamming technologies are the most common innovations.