Motorola Solutions (MSI) to Acquire D-Fend Solutions for $1.5 Billion

Motorola Solutions said on June 1, 2026, it has agreed to acquire counter-drone technology company D-Fend Solutions for $1.5 billion. The telecom equipment maker did not disclose financing terms or the expected closing date. The deal will add D-Fend's detection and mitigation systems to Motorola's security portfolio, targeting threats from unauthorized drones. D-Fend's technology is used to protect critical infrastructure, public events and military sites. The acquisition reflects growing demand for counter-drone solutions as drone-related security incidents escalate worldwide.