Motorola Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:MSI) shares are up during Monday’s premarket session. The company disclosed its acquisition of D-Fend Solutions, an industry leader in counter-drone technology, for a purchase price of $1.5 billion.

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This strategic move is expected to enhance Motorola’s capabilities in airspace security, addressing the growing need to mitigate drone threats in various sectors.

Notably, D-Fend Solutions witnessed an annual revenue growth of over 50% over the last three years and is expected to generate $185 million in revenue for the full year 2026.

The transaction is anticipated to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, pending regulatory approvals.

As of April 4, 2026, Motorola’s cash and cash equivalents stood at $886 million.

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The broader market is also showing positive signs, with S&P 500 futures up by 0.2%, indicating a generally optimistic tone in premarket trading.

With Motorola ...