The U.S. Department of Defense is accelerating deployment of high-powered lasers and other counter-drone systems around critical U.S. facilities as drone threats increase. The Pentagon is also preparing an agreement with DHS and the FAA to deploy counter-UAS technologies at airports and other installations. Sector: Defense Technology Key Highlights 🛡️ Pentagon accelerating counter-drone deployments 🔥 High-powered laser systems being deployed at critical facilities ✈️ Potential counter-UAS deployment at U.S. airports 🤝 DoD working with DHS and FAA 🚀 Potential beneficiaries include AVAV, KTOS, ONDS, and RCAT Why It Matters Growing government spending on counter-drone systems could create significant opportunities for companies developing autonomous drones, detection systems, electronic warfare, and directed-energy technologies.