# Pentagon Wants to Deploy Lasers and Other Counter-Drone Technology in US

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- Bloomberg News, 2026-08-12 19:47 UTC
- Tech
- Original: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-12/pentagon-wants-to-deploy-lasers-other-counter-drone-tech-in-us?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6a7ccdb6325a7500012a8d8f

> The Pentagon is seeking to accelerate deployment of high-powered lasers and other systems designed to counter drones. The technology would be positioned around key facilities in the United States. The move comes as threats from unmanned aircraft increase. The effort centers on strengthening protection for critical sites.