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What a wild ride—drones buzzed the Guaporé River for days, exposing 41,000 huge turtles nesting like never before. Ready for the details? Drones have enabled scientists to identify and accurately count over 41,000 giant South American river turtles at a massive nesting site along the Guaporé River on the Brazil-Bolivia border, marking the largest such…
Ever wondered how drone pilots could turn chaos into clarity during disasters? CLARKE’s AI does just that, crunching footage from ravaged neighborhoods faster than you can say “evacuation route”—and it’s saving lives right now. Emergency responders now have a powerful tool that turns drone footage into detailed damage maps in minutes, enabling faster aid delivery…
Imagine your hobby drone parts suddenly backed by billions—thanks to Trump family ties. Donald Trump Jr. has boarded Unusual Machines, eyeing gains from his dad’s $1.4B drone push, but is it fair play? Donald Trump Jr. has joined the advisory board of Unusual Machines, a Florida-based drone company, positioning himself to potentially benefit from his…
Drones equipped with artificial intelligence now enable Permian Basin operators to detect methane leaks in real time, accelerating repair processes and supporting environmental and safety goals. This development builds on partnerships like Chevron’s collaboration with Percepto, which began last year to integrate autonomous drones into field operations. Strategic Partnerships Drive Adoption Operato
The Stanley Cup Final just got a high-flying twist as Jay Christensen of JayBirdFilms introduced live drone footage to capture the thrilling conclusion of Game Six. Posted on X on July 1, 2025, Christensen’s behind-the-scenes video showcases his use of a small FPV drone (or cinewhoop) equipped with prop guards and a DJI O4 Air…
DJI just dropped the FlyCart 100 (FC100), and it’s like they looked at every heavy-lift drone out there and said, “Hold my propeller, we’re going big
Drones are no longer just for epic aerial shots or helping your neighbor's lost guinea pig. They’re revolutionizing agriculture, and the latest buzz
On May 15, 2025, a fisherman’s quick thinking and drone skills turned a dangerous situation into a life-saving mission on Pensacola Beach, Florida. Andrew Smith, a Pensacola local, used his Swellpro drone to rescue a young girl caught in a rip current, dropping a flotation device to her in a critical moment. In recognition of…
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