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Haye Kesteloo

Haye Kesteloo is the Editor in Chief and Founder of DroneXL.co, where he covers all drone-related news, DJI rumors and writes drone reviews, and of EVXL.co, for all electric vehicle news. Haye can be reached at haye @ dronexl.co or @hayekesteloo. Also on LinkedIn, Muck Rack, Instagram and YouTube.

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DJI Osmo 360 vs Insta360 X5 Comparison
DJI

DJI Osmo 360 vs Insta360 X5 Comparison

Good day, folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. So, in today’s video, we’re going to be comparing the new DJI Osmo 360 against the Insta360 X5. Now, this is not going to be an overly technical video. I don’t want to come across like I’m a 360 expert, because I’m definitely not. When it comes…

Hasselblad X2D II Set for August 26 Launch with DJI LiDAR Autofocus Boost
DJI

Hasselblad X2D II Set for August 26 Launch with DJI LiDAR Autofocus Boost

Rumors point to Hasselblad unveiling its X2D II medium-format camera on August 26, 2025, featuring integrated LiDAR technology borrowed from DJI’s Ronin RS4 Pro gimbal to tackle longstanding autofocus challenges in the segment. This development promises faster, more reliable focusing, even in dim conditions, drawing from DJI’s expertise in drone and stabilization systems. LiDAR Integration…

Regime forces have been observed with drones and munitions deployed in aerial strikes.
Europe

Myanmar’s Deadly Drones Get European Boost – Anti-Jamming Scandal Sparks Sanctions Fury

Imagine the chaos if hobby drones turned deadly: That’s Myanmar’s reality, where European modules protect junta UAVs from interference – dive into the findings that have experts demanding action now. Myanmar’s military junta has integrated advanced European-made anti-jamming technology into its drones, enabling more resilient operations amid ongoing conflicts, according to a new report by…

DJI's 'Game of Drones.' How culture clashes are breaking up the drone maker from the inside out
Skydio

DJI Drone Ban Looms: Chinese Manufacturer Battles US Security Scrutiny and Lobbying Hurdles

DJI Technologies, the dominant player in the US commercial drone market, faces a potential ban on its products by year’s end unless it clears national security audits, but the drone maker says that its attempts to engage Washington officials are met with silence, reports Bloomberg. Security Audits and Regulatory Deadline Congress included a provision in…

US General Warns America Trails in Drone Arms Race, Risking Soldier Lives
US Army

US General Warns America Trails in Drone Arms Race, Risking Soldier Lives

A US soldier, hunted like prey by a cheap drone – that’s the nightmare General James E. Rainey fears if America doesn’t wake up fast. In a stark assessment, General James E. Rainey, head of the US Army’s Futures Command, highlighted America’s lag in drone technology, predicting severe consequences for troops in future conflicts. This…

British Tourist Risks $245,000 Fine for Illegal Drone Flight at Tenerife Festival
Police

British Tourist Risks $245,000 Fine for Illegal Drone Flight at Tenerife Festival

Ouch! A simple drone buzz over a lively Spanish festival has a British tourist staring down a $245,000 fine. Fellow pilots, this relatable fiasco is your cue to check those rules. A British vacationer could face penalties up to €225,000 ($245,000) after authorities caught him operating an unauthorized drone during a crowded festival in Tenerife,…

Crisis in the Skies: Indian-Made Parts Found in Russian Shahed Drones Targeting Civilians
White House

Crisis in the Skies: Indian-Made Parts Found in Russian Shahed Drones Targeting Civilians

Ukrainian officials just dropped a bombshell, claiming Indian parts are lurking in the Shahed drones terrorizing their skies – and it’s got global repercussions. Ukraine’s presidential chief of staff Andriy Yermak has accused Russia of incorporating Indian-made components into Iranian-designed Shahed drones, which Moscow reportedly deploys in strikes against Ukrainian frontlines and civilians. Thi

Destinus Acquires Swiss AI Firm Daedalean for $223 Million to Enhance Drone Autonomy
Ukraine

Destinus Acquires Swiss AI Firm Daedalean for $223 Million to Enhance Drone Autonomy

In a dramatic twist amid Ukraine’s drone battles, Destinus is acquiring Swiss AI whiz Daedalean for $223M, promising navigation that laughs off satellite sabotage. Destinus, a Netherlands-based drone startup supplying weapons to Ukraine, plans to acquire Zurich’s Daedalean for 180 million Swiss francs ($223 million) in cash and stock, aiming to strengthen its AI-driven navigation…

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