The World Cup security buildout won’t end when the games do

# AI Foresights Summary The U.S. is spending over $1 billion to secure the 2026 World Cup, with particular focus on stopping unauthorized drones after incidents shut down NFL games in recent years. Drone incidents at sports stadiums have skyrocketed 42 times over since 2018, exposing a major security gap that the government is now trying to fix before hosting the international tournament. The infrastructure and technology being built for this event will likely stick around long after the games end, permanently changing how the country monitors airspace over large gatherings.