Ondas Selected to Deploy Counter-Drone Protection for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Rhea-AI Summary
Ondas (NASDAQ:ONDS) subsidiary Sentrycs was selected to deploy its Cyber-over-RF (CoRF) counter-drone solution at venues across the 2026 FIFA World Cup in 16 host cities in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Contracts from federal, state and local agencies are valued in the millions of dollars.
Sentrycs' passive detection, tracking, identification and controlled mitigation will be used across most match venues, fan zones, and related event locations without jamming or kinetic measures, enabling regulation-compliant, non-disruptive airspace security during the tournament.
Positive
- Contracts from federal, state and local agencies valued in millions
- Deployment planned across most venues in 16 host cities
- Non-disruptive mitigation: no jamming or kinetic measures
Negative
- Operational complexity securing lower airspace across 16 cities
News Market Reaction – ONDS
In the Apr 7 session, ONDS gained 0.11%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +5.2% during that session. Our momentum scanner triggered 21 alerts that day, indicating elevated trading interest and price volatility.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 06 | Defense contract win | Positive | -0.8% | 4M Defense won demining program with orders expected to exceed $50M. |
| Apr 01 | Acquisition close | Positive | -2.5% | Completion of World View acquisition creating multi-domain AI-enabled ISR platform. |
| Mar 23 | Acquisition announced | Positive | +8.3% | Agreement to acquire World View to combine stratospheric and autonomous systems. |
| Mar 23 | Earnings results | Positive | +8.3% | Record Q4 and FY 2025 results with raised 2026 revenue guidance. |
| Mar 20 | Guidance update | Positive | -6.4% | Revised preliminary 2025 results above prior ranges and reiterated 2026 guidance. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent positive operational and financial news has often seen mixed or even negative next-day price reactions, suggesting a tendency toward divergence between good news and immediate performance.
Over the last few weeks, Ondas reported record 2025 results with revenue of $50.7M and sharply higher growth, raised 2026 guidance, and disclosed a strong cash position of about $1.55B after capital raises. It agreed to acquire and then completed the acquisition of World View, adding stratospheric ISR capabilities, and its 4M Defense unit won a large demining program tied to a $1.7B border security initiative. Today’s World Cup counter-drone contracts extend that defense and security narrative into major civilian event protection.
Key Terms
counter-uas (cuas) technical
AI-generated analysis. How Rhea-AI works. Not financial advice.
Ondas Sentrycs' Cyber-over-RF Technology to Be Deployed Across Multiple FIFA World Cup Host Venues Across North America for Detection and Mitigation of Unauthorized Drones
Reinforces Sentrycs' Position as a Leading Provider of Non-Disruptive Counter-Drone Solutions for Large-Scale Civilian and Critical Infrastructure Environments
WEST PALM BEACH, FL / ACCESS Newswire / April 7, 2026 / Ondas Inc. (NASDAQ:ONDS) ("Ondas" or the "Company"), a leading provider of autonomous aerial and ground-based intelligence through its Ondas Autonomous Systems (OAS) business unit and private wireless solutions through Ondas Networks, today announced that its subsidiary, Sentrycs, has secured multiple contracts from federal, state and local public safety and security organizations valued in the millions of dollars to support airspace security operations during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will take place in 16 cities across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico this summer.
Under these agreements, Sentrycs' Counter-UAS (CUAS) solution is expected to be deployed across most venues where matches will be held, supporting efforts to protect stadiums, fan zones, and related event locations from unauthorized drone activity throughout the tournament. The selection reinforces Sentrycs' position as a leading provider of non-disruptive counter-drone solutions for large-scale civilian and critical infrastructure environments.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is anticipated to be one of the largest and most geographically distributed sporting events to date, spanning multiple host cities and attracting millions of attendees. Securing the lower airspace in such a complex, high-visibility environment requires coordinated, regulation-compliant counter-drone capabilities that integrate into broader security frameworks.
Sentrycs' field-proven Cyber-over-RF (CoRF) technology enables passive detection, tracking, and identification of unauthorized drones, along with controlled mitigation capabilities. The system allows authorized operators to safely take control of, and land, drones in designated areas when required. Operating without jamming or kinetic measures, the solution is designed to support secure operations in dense urban environments and crowded venues while maintaining communications continuity without interfering with authorized systems.
"Events of this scale and complexity highlight the growing need to protect low-altitude airspace against the threat of unauthorized drone activity," said Eric Brock, Chairman and CEO of Ondas. "Securing the lower airspace across multiple venues simultaneously presents a unique operational challenge, requiring coordinated, regulation-compliant counter-drone capabilities. Sentrycs' Cyber-over-RF technology is designed to address this challenge, enabling precise, controlled mitigation of unauthorized drones in complex environments."
"We are seeing increasing demand for integrated, multi-layered security solutions that address both aerial and ground-based threats," said Oshri Lugassy, Co-CEO of Ondas Autonomous Systems. "Sentrycs plays a critical role in our broader autonomous defense architecture, enabling precise and non-disruptive control of low-altitude airspace. Together with our autonomous platforms and sensing technologies, we are building a unified operational capability designed to secure complex environments at scale."
The selection of Sentrycs for deployment across tournament venues reflects the increasing importance of non-disruptive, cyber-based counter-drone technologies in safeguarding major international events, where maintaining public safety must be balanced with operational continuity and regulatory compliance.
About Ondas Inc.
Ondas Inc. (NASDAQ:ONDS) is a leading provider of autonomous systems, robotics, and mission-critical connectivity solutions for defense, security, and industrial markets. Through its business units (Ondas Autonomous Systems, Ondas Capital and Ondas Networks), the Company develops and deploys integrated technologies that deliver advanced sensing, mobility, and communications capabilities for complex operational environments.
Ondas Autonomous Systems (OAS) delivers a portfolio of AI-enabled air and ground robotic platforms and counter-UAS technologies designed to support defense, homeland security, and critical infrastructure protection missions worldwide. OAS solutions include autonomous drone platforms, robotic ground systems, counter-drone technologies, advanced propulsion and unmanned aircraft capabilities, autonomous engineering and demining capabilities, and integrated sensing systems that enable persistent intelligence, surveillance, security, and operational response. These platforms are deployed globally across defense forces, government agencies, and commercial operators to protect sensitive sites, populations, and strategic infrastructure.
Ondas Capital focuses on strategic investments, partnerships, and advisory initiatives that support the growth of the global autonomous systems ecosystem. The platform is designed to accelerate the development, scaling, and deployment of next-generation robotics, sensing, and defense technologies across allied markets.
Ondas Networks provides mission-critical wireless connectivity through its FullMAX platform, a software-defined broadband solution based on the IEEE 802.16t standard. FullMAX enables highly reliable, secure, and scalable communications for industrial IoT applications across rail, utilities, oil and gas, transportation, and government networks.
Together, Ondas' technologies combine autonomous systems, advanced sensing, and resilient connectivity to deliver integrated operational capabilities that enhance security, efficiency, and decision-making in some of the world's most demanding environments.
For additional information on Ondas Inc.: www.ondas.com, X and LinkedIn
For Ondas Autonomous Systems: LinkedIn
For Airobotics: www.airoboticsdrones.com, X and LinkedIn
For American Robotics: www.american-robotics.com, X and LinkedIn
For Sentrycs: www.sentrycs.com, X and LinkedIn
For Roboteam: www.robo-team.com,X and LinkedIn
For Apeiro Motion: www.apeiro-motion.com and LinkedIn
For Rotron: www.rotronaero.com and Linkedin
For 4M Defense: www.4-mine.com and LinkedIn
For BIRD: www.birdaero.com and LinkedIn
For World View: www.worldview.space, X and LinkedIn
For Ondas Capital: www.ondascapital.com, X and LinkedIn
For Ondas Networks: www.ondasnetworks.com, X and LinkedIn
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements made in this release that are not statements of historical or current facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We caution readers that forward-looking statements are predictions based on our current expectations about future events. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Our actual results, performance, or achievements could differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including the risks discussed under the heading "Risk Factors" discussed under the caption "Item 1A. Risk Factors" in Part I of our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K or any updates discussed under the caption "Item 1A. Risk Factors" in Part II of our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and in our other filings with the SEC. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise that occur after that date, except as required by law.
Contacts
IR Contact for Ondas Inc.
888-657-2377
ir@ondas.com
Media Contact for Ondas Inc.
Escalate PR
ondas@escalatepr.com
Preston Grimes
Marketing Manager, Ondas Inc.
preston.grimes@ondas.com
SOURCE: Ondas Inc.
View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire