Sterling drone-jamming firm to be acquired by Taser maker Axon
Scottsdale, Arizona-based Axon Enterprise, a renowned manufacturer of Tasers, has successfully secured an acquisition deal with Dedrone, a company based in Sterling that specializes in the development of drone-jamming and detection devices.
Monday's announcement revealed that the transaction is set to be completed in the latter part of 2024, with no information disclosed regarding the terms of the deal.
Dedrone’s portable gunlike drone jammer can thwart aerial drones by disrupting communications links with targeted radio pulses. The company has worked with police departments, the U.S. Army and other military and commercial clients. Dedrone has partnered with the Ukrainian government to provide nearly 300 sensors capable of identifying and detecting radio signatures of nearly 250 different models of drones, according to Dedrone’s website. It has also sent riflelike devices to Ukraine that have been used to jam Russian drones, according to The New York Times.
Leveraging AI and machine learning, Dedrone provides an ongoing and self-sufficient method of interrogating and confirming the identity of drones. Its advanced devices are adept at detecting and deterring unauthorized drones across diverse settings, including military bases, airports, and public events.
Known formerly as Taser International, Axon is primarily associated with its Taser devices, as well as body cameras, in-car cameras, and cloud-based digital evidence management platforms. Its clientele consists of first responders, such as local, state, and federal law enforcement officers.
According to a news release announcing the acquisition, Dedrone will empower Axon to support customers in protecting their communities, enhancing their response to critical incidents, and safeguarding lives in various locations.
The founder and CEO of Axon, Rick Smith, expressed the company's goal to revolutionize public safety by merging Axon's 30-year legacy of innovation with Dedrone's cutting-edge airspace security solutions. Smith emphasized the collaborative efforts to expedite the creation of a more advanced end-to-end drone solution that supports the operation of beneficial drones and prevents the operation of harmful ones.
Taser International rebranded itself as Axon in 2017. Axon saw a revenue growth of 34% in the first quarter of 2024, with recurring revenue climbing to $825 million.
In an official statement, Dedrone CEO Aaditya Devarakonda highlighted the increasing influence of Dedrone in sectors like federal governments, utilities, critical infrastructure, event venues, airports, correctional facilities, and other enterprises. By leveraging Axon's comprehensive ecosystem of interconnected devices and software, we are positioned at the forefront of safeguarding not only our communities but also the security of nations across the globe.
Monday's announcement revealed that the transaction is set to be completed in the latter part of 2024, with no information disclosed regarding the terms of the deal.
Dedrone’s portable gunlike drone jammer can thwart aerial drones by disrupting communications links with targeted radio pulses. The company has worked with police departments, the U.S. Army and other military and commercial clients. Dedrone has partnered with the Ukrainian government to provide nearly 300 sensors capable of identifying and detecting radio signatures of nearly 250 different models of drones, according to Dedrone’s website. It has also sent riflelike devices to Ukraine that have been used to jam Russian drones, according to The New York Times.
Leveraging AI and machine learning, Dedrone provides an ongoing and self-sufficient method of interrogating and confirming the identity of drones. Its advanced devices are adept at detecting and deterring unauthorized drones across diverse settings, including military bases, airports, and public events.
Known formerly as Taser International, Axon is primarily associated with its Taser devices, as well as body cameras, in-car cameras, and cloud-based digital evidence management platforms. Its clientele consists of first responders, such as local, state, and federal law enforcement officers.
According to a news release announcing the acquisition, Dedrone will empower Axon to support customers in protecting their communities, enhancing their response to critical incidents, and safeguarding lives in various locations.
The founder and CEO of Axon, Rick Smith, expressed the company's goal to revolutionize public safety by merging Axon's 30-year legacy of innovation with Dedrone's cutting-edge airspace security solutions. Smith emphasized the collaborative efforts to expedite the creation of a more advanced end-to-end drone solution that supports the operation of beneficial drones and prevents the operation of harmful ones.
Taser International rebranded itself as Axon in 2017. Axon saw a revenue growth of 34% in the first quarter of 2024, with recurring revenue climbing to $825 million.
In an official statement, Dedrone CEO Aaditya Devarakonda highlighted the increasing influence of Dedrone in sectors like federal governments, utilities, critical infrastructure, event venues, airports, correctional facilities, and other enterprises. By leveraging Axon's comprehensive ecosystem of interconnected devices and software, we are positioned at the forefront of safeguarding not only our communities but also the security of nations across the globe.
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