
XTEND, part of JFB Construction Holdings, won a $2.2 million contract from a Middle Eastern defense client to develop advanced autonomous aerial defense systems. This contract addresses the growing challenge of low-cost, sophisticated airborne threats, requiring fast, scalable defense solutions. XTEND's AI-powered systems use its proprietary XOS platform for real-time autonomous operations, enhancing counter-drone capabilities. The deal marks XTEND's expansion into aerial defense, with further growth expected after its upcoming public listing as XTEND AI Robotics.