What is the anti-drone technology in which the U.S. is going to make a multi-million-dollar investment and what will it be used for?

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, DHS, announced the creation of a new office to oversee strategic investments in drone and counter-drone technologies. It also revealed a $115 million investment in anti-drone systems to secure the venues for events commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence, as well as the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The new DHS Executive Program Office for Uncrewed Aircraft Systems and Counter-Uncrewed Aircraft Systems will focus on rapidly acquiring and deploying drone and anti-drone technologies. DHS did not share details about the specific equipment models that will be purchased, but said the new office aims to stay ahead of constantly evolving threats and tactics.

According to the agency’s announcement, the new office will directly address the threat posed by hostile drones and will also innovate ways in which drones can be used to protect people. In addition, it will provide the department with the technology and expertise needed to ensure the safety of Americans.

“Drones represent the new frontier of American air superiority. Under President Trump, we are entering a new era to defend our air superiority to protect our borders and the interior of the United States… This will help us continue to secure the border and cripple the cartels, protect our infrastructure, and keep Americans safe as they attend festivities and events during a historic year of America’s 250^th birthday and FIFA 2026,” said Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

Anti-drone technology for World Cup venues

In December of last year, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, FEMA, announced it would award $250 million in grants for counter-drone capabilities to states that will host matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as well as to the National Capital Region.

“We knew we needed to act quickly to keep the World Cup safe from the rising threat of unmanned aircraft systems and that’s exactly what we did,” said FEMA Acting Administrator Karen S. Evans.

The states that will host matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup are Georgia, Massachusetts, Texas, Missouri, California, Florida, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Washington.

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