DHS taps Fortem to defend US World Cup venues from drones
The contract is part of DHS efforts to protect spectators of the 2026 World Cup.
The contract is part of DHS efforts to protect spectators of the 2026 World Cup.
“By all indications, sUAS will present a safety and security risk to military installations and other critical infrastructure for the foreseeable future,” said NORTHCOM chief Gen. Gregory Guillot.
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Counter-drone strategy was a key theme at this year's AUSA conference, ahead of an Army challenge to industry to take out dozens of UAVs at a time.
With international help and high-tech acquisitions, the Gulf nation is trying to leave little to chance.