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Skydio X10 Safety Update Drops Amid Supply Chain Chaos
Skydio, America’s leading drone manufacturer, has released an essential software update for its X10 drone series to address a rare power-related issue, as outlined in their January 31, 2025 operator notice. This update, detailed in a concise video guide, brings…
Sixth Annual Micro Drone Race Takes Flight at National Museum of U.S. Air Force
In a thrilling fusion of cutting-edge technology and aviation heritage, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in Dayton, Ohio, is gearing up to host its Sixth Annual Micro Drone Race from February 28 to March 2, 2025. Located…
Hong Kong Deploys AI-Powered Drones to Tackle Aging Building Crisis
Hong Kong’s Buildings Department has successfully deployed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to inspect 157 aging buildings in 2024, dramatically reducing inspection times compared to traditional methods, according to a report from the South China Morning Post. The department currently operates…
Taiwan Accelerates Drone Development with US Support, Drawing Lessons from Ukraine
Taiwan is rapidly expanding its domestic drone capabilities through increased collaboration with US companies, spurred by lessons learned from Ukraine’s effective use of unmanned systems against a larger adversary, reports ASPI The Strategist. The initiative reflects Taiwan’s strategic pivot toward…
NJ Lawmaker Storms Out of ‘Amateur Hour’ FBI Drone Briefing
State Representative Brian Bergen, a former Apache helicopter pilot who helped establish the Army’s initial unmanned aircraft training battalion, walked out of Wednesday’s high-level security briefing at New Jersey State Police headquarters, calling it “amateur hour” and “worthless” in addressing…
Chinese eVTOL Leader EHang Secures $22M Investment to Advance Urban Air Mobility
EHang Holdings Limited, the world’s leading Urban Air Mobility (UAM) technology platform company, has secured a strategic investment of over $22 million from two key investors. Key Investment Details Zhuhai Enpower Electric, a leading Chinese new energy vehicle power systems…
Stefanik as UN Ambassador: A New Chapter in US-China Drone Relations
In a significant diplomatic development, President-elect Donald Trump has offered Representative Elise Stefanik (R-NY) the position of UN Ambassador, a move that could reshape the global drone industry. The appointment of this outspoken critic of Chinese technology firms signals potential…
Taiwan’s University Drone Competition Tests Battle-Ready UAVs Under GPS Jamming
In a significant push to enhance its defense capabilities, Taiwan is hosting an innovative drone competition where university students test their UAV designs in simulated battlefield conditions, according to NDTV. Competition Tests Real-World Combat Scenarios The National Defense Application UAV…
US Drone Maker Skydio Faces Critical Supply Chain Crisis After Chinese Sanctions
Skydio, America’s largest drone manufacturer and a vital supplier to Ukraine’s military, is grappling with an unprecedented supply chain crisis after Beijing imposed sweeping sanctions, blocking access to essential components, according to the Financial Times. Supply Chain Disruption Threatens Operations…
Drone LiDAR Reveals Lost Medieval Cities Along Silk Road, Revolutionizing Archaeological Research
In a groundbreaking archaeological discovery, drone-based LiDAR technology has unveiled two extensive medieval cities hidden in the mountains of Uzbekistan, challenging our understanding of ancient trade routes and urban development. The findings, recently published in Nature, demonstrate how modern aerial…
German Startup’s AI Drone Fleet Aims to Revolutionize Wildfire Fighting
Dryad Networks, an innovative German IoT company, has secured €6.3 million ($6.7 million) in fresh funding to revolutionize wildfire management with an autonomous drone system. The tech startup, which has been making waves in the environmental protection sector, announced its…
Japanese Drones to Aid Ukraine in Mine Clearance Efforts
Prodrone, a Japanese industrial drone manufacturer, is set to supply Ukraine with specialized drones for humanitarian demining operations, according to a report from Nikkei. Drones Designed for Precision Mine Detection The drones from Prodrone are engineered to operate just 50…