Skyrover X1 Fly More Combo Now $682.48 (25%) Off On Amazon With DRONEXL2025 Discount Code
Drone Industry
Drone Industry News: trends, company developments, mergers and acquisitions, funding rounds, and innovations driving the UAV sector forward.
Former Obama AG Withdraws from DJI Lawsuit Against Pentagon Amid Controversy
Former U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch has withdrawn from representing DJI Technology in its lawsuit against the Pentagon, following intense criticism from Representative Elise Stefanik and others over her decision to represent the Chinese drone manufacturer, reports the National Review.…
Finnish-Ukrainian Joint Venture to Launch Major Drone Production Facility
Summa Defence Ltd, a Finnish defense technology group, has announced plans to establish a significant drone manufacturing facility in Finland through a strategic partnership with Ukrainian drone companies. The facility, set to begin operations in the first half of 2025,…
EU Plans Sanctions on Chinese Firms Making Drones for Russia
The European Union is preparing to expand its sanctions regime against Russia, with a particular focus on Chinese companies involved in manufacturing military drones for Moscow’s war effort. The proposed 15th sanctions package aims to tighten restrictions on Russia’s military…
US Lawmakers Push to Ban Chinese Drones While Industry Experts Defend DJI’s Position
A heated debate is underway in Washington as Republican lawmakers advocate for legislation to ban DJI drones, citing national security concerns. However, in a short film from the Financial Times, [former] DJI executives and industry experts warn that such a…
Russia’s Massive Drone Campaign Signals New Phase in Ukraine War
In an alarming escalation of aerial warfare, Ukraine has become the target of Russia’s most intensive drone campaign yet, with nearly 500 Iranian-designed drones launched in just one week’s time, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy‘s recent statement. The attacks mark…
Mysterious Drone Swarm Spotted Over Picatinny Arsenal, Prompting Multi-Agency Investigation
Multiple unauthorized drones were reported flying over the U.S. Army’s Picatinny Arsenal and surrounding areas in Morris County, New Jersey, on November 18, 2024, triggering a coordinated response from military, state, and federal authorities. The incident has sparked significant concern…
Shield AI Partners With Indian Firm to Manufacture V-BAT Drones Locally
Shield AI has joined forces with India’s JSW Defence to produce their advanced V-BAT drones in India, marking a significant step in Indo-US defense collaboration, according to The Defense Post. Major Investment in Local Production JSW Group is putting serious…
Revolutionary GPS-Free Drone Navigation System Promises Breakthrough in Challenging Environments
A groundbreaking collaboration between NILEQ, a subsidiary of British missile-maker MBDA, and Advanced Navigation of Sydney, Australia, aims to create a reliable GPS-free navigation solution for drones by combining neuromorphic sensing with inertial navigation systems, according to IEEE Spectrum. Why…
Tulsa Fire Department Makes History with Largest-Ever Drone Response to Chemical Fire
The Tulsa Fire Department (TFD) deployed its most extensive drone operation to date, utilizing seven simultaneous drones to combat a dangerous petroleum tank farm fire at AXEL Royal facility in West Tulsa. This groundbreaking emergency response showcased the department’s advanced…
US Drone Makers Leverage ‘Battle-Tested in Ukraine’ Claims Despite Limited Combat Success
American drone makers, such as Skydio and Anduril, are increasingly using Ukraine’s battlefield as a marketing tool to secure lucrative Department of Defense contracts, raising questions about the ethics and effectiveness of this promotional strategy. In a well-researched Kyiv Independent…
Portuguese Tekever Secures $74M to Scale Dual-Use Drone Used in Ukraine
Portuguese drone manufacturer Tekever has secured a significant $74 million funding round, marking a major advancement in Europe’s growing drone technology sector. The investment, led by SpaceX-backer Baillie Gifford and the NATO Innovation Fund, positions the company for expansion into…
Red Cat Unseats Skydio to Win U.S. Army’s Next-Gen Drone Contract
In a significant shift in the military drone landscape, Red Cat Holdings (NASDAQ: RCAT) has won the U.S. Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) Program of Record contract, succeeding previous contract holder Skydio. The company’s Black Widow drone system, developed by…