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A groundbreaking bill filed for Texas’s upcoming legislative session proposes using armed drones as school security measures, marking a significant shift in approaches to campus safety. State Representative Ryan Guillen’s legislation aims to enhance school security through a combination of traditional and technological solutions, reports KVUE News. Major Funding Boost for School Security The propo
In a groundbreaking development for U.S. drone delivery, Zipline is revolutionizing North Texas logistics with its autonomous Platform 2 system. The company, having completed over 1 million deliveries globally, received historic FAA approval and chose Dallas-Fort Worth as its first major U.S. metro operations center, according to an extensive Dallas Morning News interview with CEO…
Mexican drug cartels are upping their game in the cat-and-mouse battle along the U.S.-Mexico border. They’re now using advanced electronic devices to disrupt U.S. border officials’ drones, which are crucial for tracking illegal border crossings. This intel comes from a recent report by NewsNation. Cartel’s Tech Arsenal The Cartel del Noreste is leading this high-tech…
Whitehall police are looking to buy a $49,000 drone to help first responders in their missions. The drone, which would be supplied by Paladin, a Texas-based company, is expected to provide quick intel, assist in search and recovery missions, and offer surveillance for SWAT operations. This move is part of a broader effort to enhance…
The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is making waves with its latest announcement: a $2.3 million outdoor netted drone facility. This new addition, named the Maverick Autonomous Vehicle Research Center (MAVRC), is set to boost UTA’s research and innovation capabilities in autonomous vehicles. The facility will be located at the UT Arlington Research Institute…
The Bee Cave Police Department in Texas is gearing up to launch emergency response drones. The department demonstrated their new
Texas is leveraging drone technology as part of its ongoing efforts to secure the southern border and curb illegal immigration. According to a recent update from the Office of the Texas Governor, the Texas National Guard is using drones equipped with thermal imaging and GPS capabilities to assist law enforcement in detecting and apprehending individuals…
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is on the cusp of issuing a groundbreaking rule that could dramatically increase the number of drones in U.S. skies. According to MIT Technology Review, the agency is expected to propose new regulations for flying drones beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) by September 16, 2024. A Shift in FAA’s…
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