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Counter-Terrorism Expert Warns of ‘Moderately High’ Probability In a concerning development, ISIS extremists have circulated “detailed” manuals for adapting drones to attack the upcoming Paris Olympics, according to Matt Mooney, a counter-terrorism expert who spoke to The National. Mooney, a former US Department of Homeland Security official now with the Recorded Future threat intelligence company
Chinese drone giant DJI’s automotive subsidiary, DJI Automotive, is making waves in the Chinese auto industry by offering affordable Level 2 driver assistance technology to carmakers. By leveraging DJI’s drone technology, DJI Automotive is reportedly able to provide self-driving capabilities at a fraction of the cost of its competitors, with prices starting at just 5,000…
In October 2018, the Chula Vista Police Department (CVPD) launched the nation’s first Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, deploying drones to respond to 911 calls. Since then, the drones have flown nearly 20,000 missions, providing officers with critical intelligence before arriving on scene. While the department touts the program’s benefits, a WIRED investigation reveals…
Groundbreaking Drone Delivery Tests Completed on World’s Highest Peak In an unprecedented collaboration, DJI has successfully completed the world’s first drone delivery trials on Mount Everest (Mount Qomolangma). The historic achievement, accomplished in April, showcases the remarkable capabilities of DJI’s FlyCart 30, which can transport 33-pound payloads even in the extreme altitude and environm
La Prensa Fights for Public Access to Drone Videos In a groundbreaking legal battle, La Prensa, a Latino newspaper, has successfully challenged the City of Chula Vista’s attempt to withhold police drone footage from public scrutiny. The California Supreme Court’s refusal to hear the case affirms an appellate court ruling that the city’s blanket refusal…
Airbus has revealed a first concept model of an unmanned companion drone for the Eurofighter at the ILA Berlin Air Show. The so-called “Wingman” flies without a pilot and combines several advantages. According to Airbus, the German Air Force has already expressed great interest. Wingman Drone Concept The Wingman drone is designed to accompany Europe’s…
As the war in Ukraine continues to unfold, militaries around the world are adapting their training methods to keep pace with the rapidly evolving battlefield. One key aspect of this transformation is the use of advanced military simulations, such as the Virtual Battlespace 4 (VBS4), which reportedly provide highly realistic environments for soldiers to train…
Swiss startup Jedsy has unveiled its cutting-edge Jedsy X drone, poised to revolutionize the delivery of laboratory samples in both urban and rural settings. With advanced features and improved operational efficiency, this innovative drone is set to tackle even the most challenging conditions. Expanding into New Territories The launch of the Jedsy X marks a…
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