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In a pivotal shift for modern warfare, Ukraine and Russia are intensifying their use of fiber-optic drones in the ongoing conflict in Russia’s Kursk region, a development that has reshaped battlefield dynamics. According to a detailed report by The Washington Post, these tethered drones, which rely on thin fiber-optic cables for control instead of radio…
New York City is set to open its beaches for Memorial Day weekend with a tech-driven approach to safety, as drones take center stage in lifeguard operations. On Friday, May 23, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams and city officials gathered at Orchard Beach to announce the expanded use of drones, aiming to protect beachgoers and address…
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have three stories for you this week: a swimmer rescued by a fisherman and his drone, Kyle Nordfors receiving a prestigious award, and Pierce Aerospace partnering with MITRE for Remote ID research. Let’s dive in. Drone Saves Swimmer in Florida First up, a heartwarming “drones for good”…
An Australian law enforcement agency has selected counter-drone specialist DroneShield to deliver advanced counter-unmanned aircraft
During uncrewed aircraft systems overflights on May 21, USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geologists flew their DJI Matrice 600 drone equipped
Finnish defence company Patria and Swedish drone maker ACC Innovation AB have signed a cooperation agreement to jointly develop a military
On May 22, 2025, the Aurora City Council greenlighted a resolution to collaborate with federal authorities in tackling drone threats near Buckley Space Force Base, a critical hub for national defense operations. This agreement, detailed in a report by The Sentinel, aims to bolster airspace security by addressing unauthorized unmanned aerial systems (UAS) incursions, a…
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) granted Amazon’s Prime Air program approval to deliver products containing lithium-ion batteries, such as iPhones and AirPods, marking a significant step for the company’s drone delivery ambitions. The Verge reported that this clearance allows Amazon to ship these items to customers in eligible areas of Arizona and Texas within 60…
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