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Department of Transportation

NV5 Secures $10M Drone Mapping Contract to Boost North Carolina Infrastructure

NV5, a leader in tech-enabled engineering solutions, has landed a two-year, $10 million contract with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to deliver advanced drone-based geospatial services, enhancing infrastructure planning statewide. This deal leverages unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to improve accuracy and efficiency in transportation projects, signaling a growing role for dr

Haye KestelooMay 28

Brazil

Haiti Deploys Explosive Drones to Combat Gang Violence in Port-au-Prince

On May 24, 2025, Haiti’s government launched a new offensive against gangs in Port-au-Prince, using lightweight drones equipped with explosives to target criminal strongholds, according to a detailed report from the WSJ. This marks a significant escalation in the Caribbean nation’s fight against gang-fueled violence that has destabilized its capital, raising both technological and ethical…

Haye KestelooMay 27

French police banned from using drones to monitor demonstrations

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Bridgeport Bolsters Public Safety Using Drones for Police and Fire Services

On May 27, 2025, Bridgeport, Connecticut, announced a pioneering initiative to integrate high-tech drones into its police and fire departments, aiming to enhance emergency response and public safety. Partnering with Flock Safety Group, the city is set to deploy fully autonomous drones equipped with night vision and live-streaming capabilities, marking a significant step forward in…

Haye KestelooMay 27

Vermont

Vermont Electric Cooperative to Deploy Drones for Inspections in June 2025

In a significant step for utility management, Vermont Electric Cooperative (VEC) will expand its inspection program utilizing drones across northern Vermont in June 2025, covering over half of its service territory. This initiative, aims to enhance grid reliability and safety while reducing operational costs through advanced aerial technology, reports WFFF. Scaling Up Its Operations with…

Haye KestelooMay 27

Ukraine

Ukraine Boosts Drone Range with Helium Balloons in Russia Conflict

Ukraine is revolutionizing drone warfare by deploying helium-filled balloons to extend the range of its attack and surveillance drones, a strategy driven by Ukrainian startup Aerobavovna. As reported by Business Insider, this low-tech solution addresses critical communication challenges in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, enhancing drone operations across the battlefield. Innovative Technology Enhance

Haye KestelooMay 27

The Growing Threat of Hostile Drones in Urban Areas

Department of Homeland Security

Oakland Sheriff Urges Congress for Local Drone Counterauthority Amid Rising Threats

On May 25, 2025, Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard pressed U.S. lawmakers in Washington to grant state and local law enforcement the authority to counter hostile drones, highlighting growing safety risks at public events. In an interview with The Detroit News, Bouchard, alongside U.S. Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Bruce Township), emphasized the urgency of addressing mysterious…

Haye KestelooMay 27

NASA

NASA’S First Quadcopter to Explore Titan Targets Selk Crater

NASA’s Dragonfly mission, a car-sized quadcopter rotorcraft, is set to become the first UAV to explore another world, targeting Saturn’s moon Titan in a groundbreaking 2028 mission. Aiming to land near the 50-mile-wide Selk Crater, Dragonfly will investigate Titan’s organic-rich surface to uncover clues about the prebiotic chemistry that may have sparked life on Earth.…

Rafael SuárezMay 27

Police

Anti-Drone System to Add Security around Taj Mahal Complex

The world-famous Taj Mahal, India's favorite monument is to be equipped with a cutting-edge anti-drone system to enhance its security.

Rafael SuárezMay 26

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