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Toyota Invests $500M in Joby Aviation's Electric Air Taxi
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Toyota Invests $500M in Joby Aviation’s Electric Air Taxi

Toyota Motor Corporation is doubling down on its investment in electric air taxis, announcing a $500 million investment in Joby Aviation. This move aims to support the certification and commercial production of Joby’s electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The news was reported by Joby Aviation on October 2, 2024. Investment Details The $500…

Comparing the DJI Action 5 Pro Bitrate with the Action 4
DJI

Comparing the DJI Action 5 Pro Bitrate with the Action 4

There’s been a lot of talk about the DJI Action 5 Pro bitrate, so today, we’re going to compare it with the Action 4, which supposedly has a better bitrate. We’ll see what it takes to highlight any noticeable differences. Understanding Bitrate The thing you need to know about bitrate is that it really comes…

Drone Team Instrumental in Rescuing Missing Teen from Blackberry Thicket
Police

Drone Team Instrumental in Rescuing Missing Teen from Blackberry Thicket

A drone operator from the Eugene Springfield Metro Drone Team played a crucial role in locating and rescuing a missing teenager in Eugene, Oregon, on Thursday night. The story was reported by KCBY. Late-Night Search Effort The Eugene Police Department (EPD) reported that the teen girl, who was in a mental health crisis, had been…

Lithuanian Drone Maker Secures Major Contract for FPV Quadcopters
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Lithuanian Drone Maker Secures Major Contract for FPV Quadcopters

Vilnius-based Granta Autonomy has landed a €1 million deal with Lithuania’s Ministry of National Defence for their GA-10FPV-AI quadcopter drones. The contract’s part of a bigger €8 million initiative that’ll see thousands of UAVs sent to both Lithuanian and Ukrainian forces, according to a report from Janes. The GA-10FPV-AI: A Versatile Quadcopter The GA-10FPV-AI is…

Skydio's Controversial Pivot: Unfair Competition Through Lobbying
Skydio

Skydio’s Controversial Pivot: Unfair Competition Through Lobbying

In a recent presentation at the Skydio Ascend Event, CEO Adam Bry attempted to address mounting criticisms of the company’s dramatic shift from consumer drones to the defense and first responder markets. But what he glossed over was the true nature of Skydio’s aggressive lobbying efforts against industry leader DJI. While Bry acknowledged Skydio’s lobbying…

Drone Incident Prompts Secret Service Action During Trump Campaign Stop
Drone Incidents

Drone Incident Prompts Secret Service Action During Trump Campaign Stop

A recent incident involving a drone flying over former President Donald Trump’s motorcade has highlighted the ongoing security challenges faced by high-profile political figures during campaign events. According to a report from The New York Times, during at least one campaign stop, a drone was spotted hovering above Mr. Trump’s motorcade. The exact location and…

Michigan Man Pleads Guilty in Prison Drone Contraband Scheme
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Michigan Man Pleads Guilty in Prison Drone Contraband Scheme

A Michigan resident has admitted guilt in a plot to use a drone for smuggling contraband into a federal prison. This case highlights the growing concern of drones being used for illegal activities at correctional facilities, as reported by WGEL. The Guilty Plea Marvin Graves, 42, from Mt. Morris, Michigan, pleaded guilty to 12 criminal…

Whitehall Police Aim to Buy $49K Paladin Drone to Aid First Responders
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Mansfield, Ohio to Pioneer Drone First Responder Program

Mansfield, Ohio, is set to become a trailblazer in emergency response technology with the introduction of a Drones as First Responders (DFR) program. The city may be the first in Ohio to adopt this cutting-edge approach, as reported by the Mansfield News Journal. A Bird’s Eye View for First Responders The Mansfield Board of Control…

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