David Barnea Appointed Head of Ondas Inc.
David Barnea, former director of the Mossad, has recently taken the helm of Ondas Inc., an American company specializing in defense technology, as global president and chairman of the board. This appointment comes at a…
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A former Mossad director is moving into a senior role at a U.S. defense technology firm, signaling a blurring of lines between Israeli intelligence leadership and American private-sector defense. Ondas Inc. is positioning itself to capture rising global demand for autonomous defense systems, particularly in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. Barnea’s appointment suggests the company aims to leverage his government connections and strategic experience to drive international expansion and develop sensitive defense technologies. What remains to be seen is how his intelligence background will shape the firm’s government relations and product focus.