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Brinc

BRINC Drones founder net worth over $100 Million

Brinc Drones, a company focusing on public safety, has propelled its founder, Blake Resnick, into a net worth exceeding $100 million.

Haye KestelooApr 12

DJI

Florida just banned Autel & DJI with the Blue sUAS List

So, the title of this video, “Florida is Banning DJI Drones,” is partially true. Essentially, they are banning the use of DJI and Autel Robotics drones, along with any Chinese-related drones, for law enforcement and any state agency. Now, why should this matter to you? Well, this is part of the sUAS Blue List that…

Haye KestelooApr 11

DJI

DeSantis, we’re mad as hell, and we’re not going to take this anymore!

On April 5th, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis approved a change in Florida Statute 934.50, flushing over $200 Million in state-purchased drones

Haye KestelooApr 8

The first one is that the DJI Inspire 3 is finally here, and also another drone from DJI, the Mavic 3 Pro, looks like it's around the corner. Wings CEO testified before Congress, and lastly, some heated discussion about Florida's DJI ban.

DJI

DJI Inspire 3 Released, Mavic 3 Pro, Wing Testifies in Congress, Florida DMS Roasted

The DJI Inspire 3 is finally here, and also another drone from DJI, the Mavic 3 Pro, and some heated discussion about Florida's DJI ban.

Greg ReverdiauApr 7

Skydio

Florida’s Chinese Drone Ban Creates Challenges for Local Fire and Police Departments

Florida banned state and local government entities from using Chinese drones, grounding numerous police and fire drones in South Florida and risking the lives of first responders and Floridians. As a result, agencies are scrambling to find hundreds of thousands of dollars to replace their grounded drones with those from the state’s new “approved” list.…

Haye KestelooApr 6