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.
On June 6, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed two Executive Orders to enhance U.S. drone security and innovation, prompting a comprehensive response from DJI, the world’s leading drone manufacturer. Facing potential restrictions due to its Chinese origins, DJI issued an official statement reaffirming its commitment to safety, security, and growth within the U.S. drone…
On June 6, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed two Executive Orders aimed at bolstering U.S. drone security and innovation, potentially jeopardizing the future of Chinese-made DJI drones. These orders, detailed in a White House fact sheet, seek to reduce reliance on foreign drone manufacturers and enhance domestic production, raising concerns for pilots who depend…
Today, three Sonoma County residents, backed by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), filed a lawsuit against the county, alleging that its use of drones for code enforcement violates privacy rights. The suit claims that what began as a program to monitor illegal cannabis cultivation in 2019 has spiraled into widespread surveillance, with over 700…
On June 6, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed two pivotal Executive Orders aimed at advancing U.S. leadership in drone technology while strengthening airspace security. These directives, outlined in a White House fact sheet, address the growing role of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in commercial and public safety applications, tackling both opportunities and challenges posed…
Russian drone manufacturer Geoscan announced the release of the country’s first school textbook on operating unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), now integrated into the federal curriculum for 8th and 9th graders. Published in partnership with Prosveshcheniye, Russia’s largest educational publisher, the textbook aims to equip young students with practical drone skills as part of a broader…
The drone community has eagerly awaited esteemed filmmaker Philip Bloom’s review of the DJI Mavic 4 Pro, and his in-depth analysis does not disappoint. Known for his documentary work and meticulous camera evaluations, Bloom’s video review unveils the Mavic 4 Pro as a transformative tool for aerial cinematography, with a triple-camera system that outshines the…
Walmart is scaling up its drone delivery operations, announcing plans to extend the service to 100 stores across Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Orlando, and Tampa within the next year. This expansion, reported by CNBC, will bring drone deliveries to a total of five states—Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and Texas—marking a significant step in the retailer’s…
The San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) has received a significant $9.4 million donation to expand its drone program, a move aimed at enhancing citywide surveillance and emergency response. Announced on June 5, 2025, by Mission Local, this funding will support the Real Time Investigation Center (RTIC) and add 10 new drone take-off sites across the…
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