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On September 18, 2025, Ondas Holdings Inc. $Ondas Holdings Inc.(ONDS)$  , a provider of autonomous aerial and ground robotics solutions, announced that its recently acquired subsidiary, Apeiro Motion, has launched a new line of NDAA-compliant, combat-proven fiber-optic communication spools (often referred to as "reels") designed specifically for drones and ground robotics. 

These spools enable secure, radio-independent connectivity, addressing critical needs in contested environments where traditional wireless signals can be jammed or intercepted. The launch builds on Ondas' August 2025 acquisition of Apeiro, an Israeli robotics firm, which expanded Ondas' portfolio into advanced ground systems and fiber-optic technologies. Production of these spools is slated to ramp up in the United States at Ondas' American Robotics subsidiary starting in Q4 2025, emphasizing domestic manufacturing and compliance with U.S. defense standards.This development positions Ondas to capitalize on the growing demand for resilient communication solutions in defense and homeland security, with Apeiro's technologies already validated in real-world conflict zones.

Technical Details of the Fiber-Optic SpoolsApeiro's spools are engineered for high-reliability missions, such as intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), logistics, perimeter defense, and inspections. They use a proprietary packing process that ensures smooth fiber deployment, minimizing tangles and failure rates compared to traditional spools. Key features include:Jam-proof and secure: Fiber-optic transmission is immune to electronic warfare tactics like jamming, providing uninterrupted first-person view (FPV) feeds and data links for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), drones, missiles, and unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs).

U.S.-sourced materials: Built with fiber compliant to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), avoiding restricted foreign components to meet U.S. government procurement rules.

Strategic Implications for Ondas HoldingsThis launch is a pivotal step in Ondas' "Continuum of Autonomy" strategy, integrating air (via subsidiaries like Airobotics and American Robotics) and ground domains (via Apeiro) with secure connectivity. By shifting production to American Robotics—a U.S.-based facility known for its FAA-certified Optimus System drones—Ondas ensures full NDAA compliance and scalability for mass production starting Q4 2025. This domestic focus not only mitigates supply chain risks but also opens doors to lucrative U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), NATO, and EU contracts.Financially, the acquisition is projected to contribute significantly: Apeiro is expected to generate over $12 million in revenue in 2025 alone, tapping into a $3 billion+ total addressable market (TAM) for UGVs. Ondas' CEO, Eric Brock, highlighted the spools as a "breakthrough technology" and "growth driver," potentially boosting margins through dual-use applications in industrial and defense sectors. Recent moves, like a $8 million investment in optics firm LightPath Technologies alongside Unusual Machines, further underscore Ondas' push into NDAA-compliant drone ecosystems.Broader Market and Industry ContextThe timing aligns with escalating global demands for autonomous systems amid geopolitical tensions. 

Fiber-optic tethers for drones and robots offer a tactical edge in electronic-denied environments, as seen in recent conflicts where radio comms have proven vulnerable. Competitors like Teledyne FLIR and AeroVironment offer similar tethered solutions, but Apeiro's combat validation and U.S. production give Ondas a competitive differentiator for government bids. With NDAA restrictions tightening on foreign tech, this "Made-in-the-USA" pivot could accelerate adoption in homeland security (e.g., border patrol, critical infrastructure protection).

Potential challenges include scaling production amid labor and material constraints, though American Robotics' existing infrastructure mitigates this. Overall, this enhances Ondas' multi-domain leadership, potentially driving stock momentum (ONDS shares rose ~5% post-announcement) and positioning the company for sustained growth in a market projected to exceed $10 billion for defense robotics by 2030.

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