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title: "C-UAS News: EnforceAir PLUS, CNN on Drone Takedown Tech, Operation Spider Web"
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Read about the ascent of RF-Cyber technology reshaping counter-drone defense. Explore one-button drone takeover innovation and EnforceAir PLUS—the cyber-driven, multilayer AI-enhanced C-UAS delivering next-generation, non-kinetic security and seamless airspace control - all in our September newsletter.

| View in browser Selected news, content, incidents, and information about C-UAS and the counter-drone world, from a D-Fend perspective, based on our vision of enabling a flourishing and secure drone-powered society by safely defending against rogue drone threats.     CYBER C-UAS IN THE NEWS Company showcases counter drone technology that can take over every machine with click of one button Washington Examiner August 23, 2025 The Washington Examiner’s Mike Brest was given an in-person demonstration of technology by D-Fend Solutions, which focuses on counter-drone takeover technology. Their EnforceAir platform allows for the operator of the system to identify and track drones, quickly pulling up where it took off from and whether it’s been modified, before taking over control of the drone at the press of a button. Emerging drone tech firms are powering the defense industry’s next chapter Fast Company August 28, 2025 Agile drone technology companies like D-Fend Solutions are breaking into a market long dominated by defense giants, winning contracts through speed, precision, and real-world results. RF-Cyber’s Ascent: Shaping the Next Generation of Counter-UAS Defense The Defense Circuit September 17, 2025 RF-Cyber—a new paradigm that doesn’t rely on brute force, jamming, or physical projectiles—brings precision, control, and adaptability. Rather than disrupting the environment, RF-Cyber solutions quietly scan the local radio frequencies, detecting the unique digital signatures of drones in the airspace. The Hostile Drone Countermeasures Market: A High-Growth Opportunity in Defense Innovation AInvest August 28, 2025 The technological backbone of this growth lies in artificial intelligence (AI), directed energy weapons, and multi-layered defense systems. D-Fend Solutions has developed EnforceAir PLUS, an AI-driven system that combines cyber takeover, radar, and jamming in a compact platform.  Such innovations reduce false alarms while enabling real-time responses, a critical advantage in high-stakes environments.   Additional EnforceAir PLUS coverage: Battlespace, Unmanned Systems Technology, Everything RF, NextGenDefense What Were The New Jersey Drones? The War Zone August 21, 2025 In this Q&A, D-Fend Solutions' Brett Feddersen provides clarity on the New Jersey drone sightings that sparked widespread concern last year. The Primes Hop on the c-UAS Hype Train Tectonic September 2, 2025 This initiative seems like a reaction to some of the Pentagon’s recent c-UAS moves, especially the Army-led counter-drone task force, formally the Joint Inter-Agency Task Force 401 (JIATF).  MORE D-FEND NEWS COVERAGE     AWARDS Security Today 2025 New Product of the Year Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Drones) category for Innovation Security Today's New Product of the Year Awards recognize and “honor the outstanding product development achievements of security technology and solutions manufacturers whose products are considered particularly noteworthy in their ability to improve security.” This year, a panel of expert judges selected winners based on the industry’s “commitment to addressing emerging security challenges with creativity and precision.” These are “innovations that will undoubtedly shape the future of security” as well as products “helping keep us safe.”  This marks D-Fend’s fourth Security Today New Product of the Year award (2021–2023, 2025), underscoring the company's leadership in advancing C-UAS technology to secure complex airspace worldwide.       BLOGS Interoperability and Open Architecture in Counter UAV Systems: Building for the Long Term Joel Kronk September 16, 2025 Unauthorized Drones Delay Disaster Response - What Can Be Done About It? Meryl Dzikansky September 8, 2025 The Human Factor in Counter-UAV and Why it Matters Emil Kogan September 2, 2025 Homeland Security at Risk: The Critical Role of Counter-UAS Systems Marco Harder August 26, 2025 MORE BLOGS     DRONE INCIDENTS USA: Drone carrying meth and fentanyl crashed into a home in Lutz, Florida Colombia: FPV drone attack downed police helicopter, killing 12 in Amalfi, Antioquia Canada: Drone hit wildfire service aircraft during operations in Cariboo, BC ALL INCIDENTS ALL INCIDENTS Germany: Cargo ship suspected of launching surveillance drone detained in Kiel Canal Peru: Drone struck singer's face mid-performance at concert in Chiclayo     MEET A D-FENDER Cathy Robin, Director of Sales, Western Europe With over 20 years of executive leadership in the tech and public safety sectors, Cathy is a dynamic and inspiring leader with a strong track record of delivering impactful results across both hardware and software businesses in international environments. She combines strategic vision with attention to detail and has a natural ability to build and motivate high-performing teams.   At D-Fend, Cathy leads the Western Europe region and is focused on expanding the company’s presence across the European market while strengthening long-term, trusted partnerships with customers and partners.  “I am glad to have joined D-Fend to continue advocating for the protection of people and critical infrastructure from potential threats with the very best technologies. Values matter to me, as well as creating strong, trust-based relationships with our partners and teams.”   Beyond her work at D-Fend, Cathy enjoys discovering culture, fauna and flora in the different countries she visits, and loves spending time in nature — whether walking in the forest, in the mountains, or working in her garden.     product spotlight EnforceAir PLUS Tactical Deployment Kit   Meet the EnforceAir PLUS Tactical Deployment Kit: a compact, cyber-driven, multilayer counter-drone system configuration built for rapid deployment in real-world conditions. The tripod-mounted kit combines offers RF-cyber detection and takeover with auto- calibrated radar and optional jamming within a small footprint. Designed to be set up by a single operator in minutes, it’s purpose-built for ground forces, law enforcement, and other teams that need rugged, weather-resistant protection whether at ground level, on rooftops, or in elevated terrain.   Small enough to travel in highly portable Pelican cases, the kit features purpose-built SDR hardware, MIMO antennas, a compact multi-panel solid-state radar array, and the SmartAir fusion engine that consolidates cyber and radar data into a clear operational picture.    EnforceAir PLUS Tactical Deployment Kit   Follow Us D-Fend Solutions, 8255 Greensboro Drive, McLean, VA, 22102, U.S. For any questions, contact us. To unsubscribe, click here. |
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