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Mexico Drones: Explore drone technology and developments in Mexico. Stay updated on how drones are being used across various industries.
Spexi Secures $11.5M to Scale Global Drone Imagery Network
Drone imagery startup Spexi has raised $11.5 million in Series A funding to expand its network of pilots capturing ultra-high-resolution aerial data. Led by Blockchange Ventures, the funding validates Spexi’s innovative approach to building a standardized global imagery database that…
Drones and Multispectral Cameras Aid Mexican Search Teams in Locating Hidden Graves
A groundbreaking initiative in Mexico is demonstrating how drone technology and advanced imaging systems could revolutionize the search for disappeared persons, offering hope to thousands of families affected by the country’s ongoing drug war, reports Just Security. Technology Meets Grassroots…
DJI Partners with Peak3 to Launch Agricultural Drone Insurance in Thailand
DJI, the world’s leading drone manufacturer, has reportedly joined forces with Singapore-based insurtech Peak3 to roll out comprehensive insurance coverage for agricultural drones in Thailand. New Insurance Program Aims to Support Thai Farmers The program offers both hull insurance and…
Mexican Cartels Deploy Drone-Jamming Tech to Thwart Border Surveillance
Mexican drug cartels are upping their game in the cat-and-mouse battle along the U.S.-Mexico border. They’re now using advanced electronic devices to disrupt U.S. border officials’ drones, which are crucial for tracking illegal border crossings. This intel comes from a…
Ocean Drones Brave Hurricane Milton to Gather Critical Data
An Alameda-based company, Saildrone, Inc., has been using unmanned ocean drones to monitor Hurricane Milton, providing crucial information to NOAA. According to ABC7 News, these drones are designed to withstand extreme weather conditions while collecting valuable data. Saildrone: The Unmanned…
Balloon Fiesta Blends Tradition with High-Tech Drone Shows
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is taking to the skies with a mix of old and new, incorporating high-tech drone displays alongside its traditional hot air balloons. According to a KRQE News report, the 52nd annual event will feature an…
Drones Disrupt Wildfire Fighting Efforts Across the U.S.
So far this wildfire season, aerial firefighting activities have faced the persistent nuisance of 21 “public drone incursions,” the National Interagency Fire Center reported. These incidents have predominantly occurred in the U.S. West, with five cases in California, three in…
Mexican Army Acknowledges Soldier Deaths from Cartel Drone Attacks
The Mexican army has confirmed for the first time that some of its soldiers have been killed by bomb-dropping drones operated by drug cartels. This revelation comes from Defense Secretary Gen. Luis Cresencio Sandoval, as reported by the Associated Press.…
Suspected Cartel Drones Near Southern Border: Heightened Security Measures Implemented
Mexican cartels are employing increasingly sophisticated tactics along the U.S.-Mexico border, including the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), reports the NY Post. These cartel drones serve multiple purposes, from surveillance to potential attacks. In the Sonora region, just south…
Leaked DJI Neo Details Reveal Compact Design and QuickShots
Recent leaks have unveiled exciting details about DJI’s upcoming drone, the DJI Neo, according to information shared by well-known DJI leaker Jasper Ellens on Twitter. READ MORE: DJI Neo: The Ultimate Beginner Drone for Gen Z and Beyond Compact Size…
Mexican Cartels Weaponize Drones for Explosive Attacks
Mexican cartels are increasingly using drones to carry out violent attacks, both against rival gangs and the public. This alarming development was brought to light during a recent congressional hearing by Carl Landrum, a former U.S. Border Patrol official, according…
Illegal Drones Disrupt Firefighting Efforts in Del Mar Heights Blaze
According to 7 San Diego, unauthorized drones severely hindered firefighting operations during a recent brush fire in Del Mar Heights, California. The incident highlights the growing concerns surrounding drone interference in emergency situations. Drones Force Water Drops to Halt On…