Ondas Positions Field-Proven Aerial Security Portfolio to Support $250 Million FEMA Counter-Drone Grant Program

Ondas (ONDS) outlined how its aerial security portfolio could support public agencies accessing FEMA’s expanded $250 million counter-drone grant program.

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Ondas (ONDS) outlined how its aerial security portfolio could support public agencies accessing FEMA’s expanded $250 million counter-drone grant program. The funding is the second phase of a $500 million federal commitment and expands eligibility to all 50 states, five territories and the District of Columbia. Priorities include the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and the nationwide Olympic torch relay.

Ondas sees a commercial opportunity to provide integrated systems, training and support as agencies move toward procurement. Its portfolio includes drone detection, identification, mitigation and command-and-control systems. The company supported counter-drone deployments for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and was selected to protect Jacksonville Jaguars NFL games. Ondas will participate in a drone security and grant forum on November 9, 2026.

Key Figures

Additional FEMA grant allocation: $250 million Federal counter-drone commitment: $500 million Initial FEMA allocation: $250 million +3 more

Additional FEMA grant allocation

$250 million

Expansion of the Counter-UAS Grant Program

Federal counter-drone commitment

$500 million

Total commitment, including the initial and additional allocations

Initial FEMA allocation

$250 million

For jurisdictions hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup and America 250 events

Expanded eligibility

50 states, five territories and the District of Columbia

Jurisdictions eligible under the expanded program

Dronebuster units delivered

More than 3,000 units

Delivered worldwide

Countries with deployments

Over 50 countries

Dronebuster deployment footprint

Key Terms

c-uas, sltt, non-kinetic, command-and-control

4 terms

c-uas technical

"Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) extends its Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Grant Program"

c‑UAS (counter‑unmanned aircraft system) are integrated tools and procedures used to detect, track, and stop unauthorized drones—like a security system that sees and disables an intruder in the sky. Investors watch c‑UAS because rising drone use and tighter rules create demand for hardware, software, and services, which can drive sales growth and affect regulatory risk for companies in defense, airports, utilities, and event security.

sltt other

"state, local, tribal and territorial (SLTT) agencies"

An acronym for State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial governments collectively. It denotes the non‑federal levels of government that can act as policy makers, grant recipients, contracting authorities or regulated entities; "tribal" refers to federally recognized Indigenous governments and "territorial" refers to U.S. territories and similar subnational jurisdictions.

non-kinetic technical

"provide complementary, field-proven non-kinetic mitigation capabilities"

Non-kinetic describes actions or effects that cause harm or change without using physical force, movement, or explosions — for example, cyberattacks, electronic interference, sanctions, or legal and regulatory pressure. Investors should care because non-kinetic events can disrupt operations, data, or markets without visible damage, creating sudden financial, reputational, or compliance risks that may not be covered by traditional insurance and can require different technical or legal responses, much like a blackout can halt a business without any structural damage.

command-and-control technical

"integrated command-and-control technologies designed to support coordinated protection"

"Command-and-control" describes a system where authority is centralized, and decisions are made by a single leader or a small group that directs how activities are carried out. In financial or organizational contexts, it means strict oversight and top-down management, leaving little room for individual discretion. For investors, it highlights how power and decision-making influence the stability, efficiency, and flexibility of an organization or market.

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WEST PALM BEACH, FL / ACCESS Newswire / October 30, 2026 / Ondas Inc. (NASDAQ:ONDS) ("Ondas" or the "Company"), a leading provider of advanced autonomous systems and next-generation defense and security technologies, today outlined how its Aerial Security portfolio and civilian counter-UAS deployment experience position the Company to support state, local, tribal and territorial (SLTT) agencies as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) extends its Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Grant Program to communities nationwide. Ondas will participate in the 2nd Annual Countering the Threat: Drone Security Industry & SLTT Grant Forum on November 9, 2026, hosted by the White House Task Force on the 2028 Summer Olympics, DRONERESPONDERS and the Commercial Drone Alliance.

Building on successful counter-drone deployments supporting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, its selection to protect Jacksonville Jaguars NFL games and growing adoption by law enforcement agencies internationally, Ondas believes its integrated Aerial Security portfolio is well positioned to address the expanding requirements of U.S. public safety agencies. The Company's capabilities span drone detection and identification, advanced Cyber-over-RF mitigation, handheld and vehicle-mounted countermeasures, and integrated command-and-control technologies designed to support coordinated protection of public venues, critical infrastructure and communities.

"Protecting civilian airspace requires more than detecting a drone threat. Public safety agencies need an integrated capability to identify threats, respond appropriately and operate safely in complex environments," said Eric Brock, Chairman and CEO of Ondas. "Our experience supporting the FIFA World Cup and professional sports demonstrates the value of bringing advanced counter-drone technologies into real-world civilian security operations. As federal funding expands access to these capabilities, Ondas is well positioned to leverage our growing portfolio of defense-proven technologies, integration expertise and operating experience to help public safety agencies build effective, scalable counter-UAS capabilities. This reflects our broader strategy of leveraging our defense technology platform to address growing security requirements across military and civilian markets."

The FEMA program represents the second phase of a $500 million federal commitment to strengthen domestic counter-drone capabilities. Following an initial $250 million allocation for jurisdictions hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup and America 250 events, the additional $250 million expands eligibility to all 50 states, five territories and the District of Columbia, with the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and nationwide Olympic torch relay identified as priorities. The expansion underscores the need for integrated detection and response, authorized mobile mitigation, rapid deployment, interoperable command-and-control and interagency coordination across fixed venues and multi-jurisdictional operations.

Ondas' Aerial Security portfolio is designed to address the layered detection and response capabilities prioritized by the FEMA program. Ondas' Detect, Track and Identify (DTI) systems support integrated sensing and low-altitude airspace awareness, while Sentrycs' Cyber-over-RF technology enables detection, identification, tracking and controlled mitigation of compatible unauthorized drones without conventional jamming. Ondas' U.S.-manufactured Dronebuster® handheld systems and vehicle-mounted kits provide complementary, field-proven non-kinetic mitigation capabilities, backed by more than 3,000 units delivered worldwide and deployments in over 50 countries DefenseOS® provides an open command-and-control architecture designed to integrate complementary detection and mitigation technologies, supported by Ondas' system integration, training and sustainment capabilities.

By expanding access to counter-UAS funding nationwide, the FEMA program can accelerate adoption of capabilities Ondas already offers and has deployed in demanding operational environments. As SLTT agencies move from planning to procurement, Ondas sees a growing commercial opportunity to provide integrated systems, training and support through its established Aerial Security portfolio and operating infrastructure.

About Ondas Inc.

Ondas Inc. (Nasdaq:ONDS) is a leading provider of autonomous systems, robotics, and mission-critical technologies for defense, homeland security, public safety, critical infrastructure, and industrial markets. The Company develops and deploys integrated unmanned and autonomous platforms across air, ground, and stratospheric environments, including autonomous drone systems, counter-UAS technologies, robotic ground systems, advanced unmanned aircraft and propulsion solutions, demining and engineering systems, and integrated sensing and communications technologies designed to support intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, security, and operational missions in complex environments. Ondas' solutions are deployed globally by government, defense, and commercial customers to protect infrastructure, borders, transportation networks, personnel, and strategic assets.

For additional information on Ondas Inc., visit www.ondas.com.

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Contacts

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Preston Grimes
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preston.grimes@ondas.com

SOURCE: Ondas Inc.

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