Pentagon’s Plan for Affordable Unmanned Jet Fighters: AI Pilots The U.S. Air Force is on the brink of a groundbreaking shift in military aviation, embracing the development of pilotless jet fighters designed to fly mere feet above the ground or…
In a startling revelation, the group known as the Epic Games hacker, nicknamed “Mogilevich,” has confessed to running a scam involving drone maker DJI. Previously thought to be a ransomware attack group, they’ve now admitted that their actions were a deceitful scheme to make…
Paris-based Preligens integrates drone footage into its AI algorithms for improved military threat detection Paris-based artificial intelligence (AI) firm Preligens is set to process drone footage for automatic threat detection, aiming to enhance the identification of military assets deployed by…
With continual advancements in the realm of aerial electric vehicles, such as those boasting vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capabilities, the durability and efficiency of lithium-ion batteries (LiBs) matter significantly. New findings presented in ACS Energy Letters highlight a significant…
Unpacking the Allegations: DJI’s Stance on Drone Security and Use In a detailed response from DJI’s ViewPoints Team on March 1, 2024, the leading drone manufacturer addresses the proposed “Countering CCP Drones Act” introduced by a group of U.S. House…
DJI Distances Itself From Unsanctioned Starlink Sales in Russia In recent developments that have stirred the drone enthusiast community, SpaceX’s Starlink user terminals have been found for sale in Russia through a website claiming to be an “official distributor” for…
Hostage Situation Unfolds in Winnie Brook On February 27th, a tense hostage situation reportedly unfolded in the Winnie Brook Subdivision in Brooklet, Georgia. The Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene where a suspect, identified as Joshua Hellberg, was…
Revolutionizing Education: Ukraine’s Bold Move into Drone Technology In an ambitious move to integrate cutting-edge technology into its educational system, Ukraine is set to introduce a commercial drone education program across seven vocational schools, announced Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine’s Minister of…
Drone Program: A Technological Leap for Public Safety In a significant advancement for public safety and operational efficiency, the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office in Illinois has officially announced the establishment of its Drone Program. This innovative initiative is set to…
In a shocking case of high-tech smuggling, a Columbia man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for flying drones loaded with drugs and other contraband into two South Carolina prisons. The South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC)…
In a move to enhance community safety and increase the efficiency of their operations, the Los Lunas Police Department (LLPD) in New Mexico has recently implemented a cutting-edge drone program along with the reintroduction of their bicycle patrol program. This…
Drone Developer Swarm Aero Finds New Home in Arkansas Swarm Aero, a leading developer of large uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) swarms, has selected Northwest Arkansas as the site for its advanced, high-volume manufacturing of drones. The company’s decision comes after…