Powerus Co-Founder Featured in The Spectator on America’s Drone Preparedness Gap
The Spectator recently featured Powerus co-founder Brett Velicovich in an article examining how rapidly evolving drone warfare and autonomous systems are exposing vulnerabilities in U.S. preparedness and defense modernization efforts.
Written by Ben Clerkin, the piece explores how lessons from Ukraine and other global conflicts are reshaping conversations around counter-UAS strategy, homeland security, and the future of military drone technology.
What Velicovich Said
Drawing from his experience supporting drone operations in Ukraine and years working in military intelligence, Velicovich discussed the growing gap between the speed of modern drone innovation and current U.S. defense readiness.
“I feel like there’s going to be another 9/11, but this time without the martyrs because you don’t need humans anymore to cause sensational damage.”
The article also explored how Powerus is approaching drone modernization through partnerships tied to Ukraine’s rapidly evolving battlefield innovation ecosystem.
Why It Matters
The Spectator feature positions Powerus within one of the defense industry’s fastest-growing conversations: how the United States responds to rapidly evolving drone threats, autonomous warfare, and counter-UAS challenges.
The placement also builds on broader momentum surrounding Powerus’ positioning at the intersection of drone modernization, battlefield innovation, and U.S.-Ukraine defense technology collaboration. As policymakers and defense leaders continue evaluating the future of autonomous systems and domestic drone capabilities, voices with direct operational experience are receiving increased national attention.
The article additionally highlights Powerus’ expanding advisory network, including former U.S. presidential envoy to Ukraine Keith Kellogg and former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Charles Q. Brown Jr..
For Escalate PR, placements like this are part of a broader strategy focused on connecting executive expertise and operational credibility to larger conversations shaping defense modernization, national security, and autonomous systems adoption.
Want to Learn More?
Read the full article on The Spectator’s website using this link: https://spectator.com/article/america-isnt-prepared-for-drone-terrorism/?edition=us
FAQ’s
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