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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.

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Missouri Hunters Embrace New Drone Regulations for 2024-2025 Season
Missouri

Missouri Hunters Embrace New Drone Regulations for 2024-2025 Season

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has introduced new regulations for the 2024-2025 hunting season, including updated rules on drone usage for tracking wounded game. These changes, reported by the MDC, aim to improve hunter efficiency while maintaining safety and ethical practices. Drones Now Allowed for Game Recovery In a significant shift, hunters can now…

California Governor Vetoes Ban on Armed Police Drones
Police

California Governor Vetoes Ban on Armed Police Drones

Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have prohibited law enforcement from using armed drones and robots in California. The veto of AB 2681, reported by The Sacramento Bee, allows police to continue deploying remotely operated devices equipped with weapons. Proposed Ban on Weaponized Robots Assemblywoman Akilah Weber introduced AB 2681, which aimed…

Zipline and Pfizer's Drone Alliance Revolutionizes Vaccine Delivery in Africa
Zipline

Zipline and Pfizer’s Drone Alliance Revolutionizes Vaccine Delivery in Africa

Drone delivery company Zipline has teamed up with pharma giant Pfizer to transform vaccine distribution across Africa, tackling some of healthcare’s toughest logistical challenges. Their groundbreaking partnership has already delivered millions of COVID-19 vaccines to remote areas, potentially saving countless lives. Rwanda: The Testing Ground for Medical Drone Delivery Zipline kicked off the worl

Protecting American Agriculture: The Crucial Role of Chinese Drones and Why We Must Act Now
DJI

Protecting American Agriculture: The Crucial Role of Chinese Drones and Why We Must Act Now

In a compelling video produced by the U.PASS Foundation, the critical importance of agricultural drones in modern farming is brought to the forefront. This presentation, accompanied by a detailed transcript below, highlights the numerous benefits of drone technology in agriculture and addresses the potential consequences of banning Chinese-made agricultural drones in the United States. As…

Drones Reveal Alarming Mercury Levels in Arctic Permafrost
Drone Research

Drones Reveal Alarming Mercury Levels in Arctic Permafrost

A new study using drone technology has uncovered a potentially serious environmental threat in the Arctic. Researchers have discovered that permafrost along the Yukon River contains alarmingly high levels of mercury, posing risks to local communities and ecosystems as the frozen ground thaws. Drone-Assisted Research Uncovers Hidden Danger Researchers led by Isabel Smith from the…

Leaked Image Hints at DJI Mavic 4 Pro with Revolutionary Camera Design
DJI

Leaked Image Hints at DJI Mavic 4 Pro with Revolutionary Camera Design

A new image leaked by drone insiders Jasper Ellens, OsitaLV and Igor Bogdanov on X has set the drone community abuzz, hinting at the possible design of the upcoming DJI Mavic 4 Pro. The photo appears to show a comparison test setup. A Glimpse of the Future? The image showcases what looks like a ‘sophisticated’…

Missouri Farmer Takes to the Skies: Drones Revolutionize Cattle Management
DJI

Missouri Farmer Takes to the Skies: Drones Revolutionize Cattle Management

A family farmer in Grovespring, Missouri, has embraced drone technology to transform his cattle management practices, according to a recent report by KY3. Clyde Majerus, who oversees nearly 60 acres of land, has found an innovative way to monitor his herd from above, significantly reducing time and costs associated with traditional methods. Update: the farmer…

Russian President Vladimir Putin toured a drone manufacturing facility at the Special Technology Centre in St. Petersburg on September 19, 2024. The image was captured by Valery Sharifulin for Sputnik and distributed through the Reuters news agency.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Russia Ramps Up Drone Production Tenfold for Ukraine War

Russia is dramatically scaling up its drone production capabilities, aiming to produce nearly 1.4 million unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) this year. This represents a tenfold increase from the previous year, as reported by Reuters. Putin’s Push for Drone Dominance Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on Thursday that Russia is significantly boosting its drone manufacturing efforts.…

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