Read about drone threats and C-UAS technology at borders, solutions to DJI telemetry and downlink-only challenges— in our April newsletter.
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.
Border Czar Tom Homan and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem both spoke to the crowd of law enforcement and business owners.
"What we're really trying to do is bring awareness that there's drone activity in places you don't want drones flying like an airport or the border," Danny Rajan with D-Fend Solutions said.
A primary concern in C-UAS is the secured telemetry of drones, especially DJI drones. Secured telemetry complicates the task of C-UAS systems for threat detection and mitigation by potentially hindering efforts to identify and neutralize drone-based threats in sensitive environments. C-UAS solutions, RF cyber takeover, must effectively address this challenge at the software level.
The drone industry is experiencing a significant shift in funding priorities, with military and defense applications attracting substantial investments. The U.S. Department of Defense is redirecting approximately $50 billion from legacy programs to new priorities including counter-drone systems. This shift aligns with the emphasis on critical areas for future conflicts. The U.S. Army has requested over $500 million for counter-UAS programs in its 2025 budget. Recent funding rounds include $31 million for Israel-based D-Fend Solutions, with a focus on airspace security.
D-Fend Solutions announced the launch of EnforceAir2 Maritime, a specialized version of its award-winning EnforceAir2 system, tailored to meet the unique needs of C-UAS operations in maritime environments.
Key features include seamless integration and interoperability with existing naval defense systems, a rugged and compact design for flexible installations, and scalable deployment options. The solution is designed for non-interference with communication and navigation systems and contributes to operational continuity while providing advanced drone threat mitigation capabilities to protect maritime assets and personnel.
Aving News tours D-Fend Solutions’ booth at Drone Show Korea 2025, and interviews Amit Haimovich about EnforceAir2’s C-UAS technology. The video highlights its intuitive interface, versatile configurations, and crucial role in securing sensitive sites for government, military, and law enforcement—along with its growing presence in Korea.
Einat Sheintzait joined D-Fend Solutions in 2023, where she oversees sales operations and supports the international sales organization in working efficiently and in alignment with the company’s strategic goals.
With over twenty years of experience in business operations, support, and customer service—gained at EMC and Dell Technologies—she has driven lasting improvements to the entire “quote to cash” process and continues to take pride in delivering operational excellence.
“Through my experience, I’ve seen that learning new things creates a real advantage. The commitment to grow, to challenge myself, and to make a meaningful impact is what drives me. Gaining mastery over new tools and understanding other departments helps me see the bigger picture and contribute more effectively.”
Einat brings this mindset to every aspect of her work, continuously expanding her knowledge to strengthen operations and foster cross-functional collaboration.
Colleagues say she “makes the world smile with her spirit” and consistently recognize her for her dedication, attention to detail, customer focus, and proactive approach to solving challenges.
product spotlight
DJI Telemetry Challenges and RF-Cyber C-UAS Capabilities
Strengthening the security of its drones, DJI introduced firmware upgrades, which incorporated secured telemetry. These upgrades affected most new DJI drones, securing telemetry data and making detection and mitigation of such drones more difficult.
DJI’s introduction of secured telemetry presents new challenges for many C-UAS systems, but not for the most advanced, software-based RF-Cyber C-UAS, like D-Fend’s EnforceAir system. Tracking, identifying, and mitigating drones with secured telemetry is made possible with the use of advanced cyber and software-based C-UAS technology, and without reliance on limited availability or discontinued hardware or remote ID. The system delivers this mission-critical capability in an independent, flexible, and scalable manner.
