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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…
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have four stories this week: a rumored executive order on drones, an Ohio bill allowing drones to be shot down, a partnership between Wing and Flytrex, and a successful drone rescue. Let’s dive in. Rumored Executive Order on Drones You’ve likely heard rumors that President Trump may…
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…
In a significant escalation of drone warfare, China is aiding Russia in outpacing Ukraine’s drone production, despite Beijing’s official denials, according to a senior Ukrainian official. This development, reported by POLITICO, highlights a growing technological arms race in the ongoing conflict, with both nations heavily relying on drones to replace traditional artillery. China’s Role in…
On June 4, 2025, Britain announced a significant escalation in its support for Ukraine, pledging to deliver 100,000 drones by April 2026 to aid in the ongoing conflict against Russian forces. This commitment, detailed in a Reuters report, underscores the growing role of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in modern warfare and highlights Britain’s strategic focus…
On June 4, 2025, the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., buzzed with drones and discussions at the AI+ Expo, hosted by the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP). Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, a co-founder of SCSP, delivered a keynote that spotlighted drones as pivotal to future warfare, drawing thousands of tech executives,…
On June 4, 2025, Nigerian drone startup Terra Industries, formerly TerraHaptix, outbid an Israeli consortium to win a $1.2 million contract for securing two hydropower plants, marking a significant milestone for African drone technology. This deal highlights the growing role of drones in industrial security across the continent, as reported by Semafor. Terra Industries’ Winning…
On June 1, 2025, Ukraine executed Operation “Spiderweb,” a drone-led assault targeting five Russian airbases, destroying dozens of strategic bombers hundreds of miles from its border. Reported by Ukrinform, this operation underscores Ukraine’s emergence as a global leader in drone warfare, showcasing its ability to innovate and defend against Russian aggression with homegrown technology. Spiderweb
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