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Emerging Space Brief: Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems

2024

Emerging Space Brief: Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems

February 14, 2024

Nets, lasers, GPS spoofers: VC opportunities in neutralizing drones

As offensive drones get cheaper, technology to detect, track, and counteract attacks remains complex and expensive. Military, commercial, and civilian entities—in sectors such as air travel, public events, energy, and agriculture—all have eyes on specialized security technology.

Startups are muscling into this dilemma with solutions that are more cost-effective than those developed by established defense contractors, while governments have earmarked significant funding for research and development. Our latest emerging space brief explores the complexities and barriers of this undercapitalized sector.