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Stefanik as UN Ambassador: A New Chapter in US-China Drone Relations
In a significant diplomatic development, President-elect Donald Trump has offered Representative Elise Stefanik (R-NY) the position of UN Ambassador, a move that could reshape the global drone industry. The appointment of this outspoken critic of Chinese technology firms signals potential…
Skydio Buys 114 Patent Assets From GoPro in Major Drone Industry Move
In a significant development for the drone industry, Skydio has acquired 114 US patent assets from action camera giant GoPro. The transaction, recorded by the US Patent and Trademark Office in October 2024, marks one of the largest patent deals…
FAA Grants Historic Airspace Management Approval to ANRA for NY Power Authority Drone Ops
ANRA Technologies has secured a game-changing Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from the FAA, paving the way for expanded beyond-visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) drone operations at the New York Power Authority (NYPA). This groundbreaking authorization, announced by ANRA Technologies, marks a significant…
Taiwan’s University Drone Competition Tests Battle-Ready UAVs Under GPS Jamming
In a significant push to enhance its defense capabilities, Taiwan is hosting an innovative drone competition where university students test their UAV designs in simulated battlefield conditions, according to NDTV. Competition Tests Real-World Combat Scenarios The National Defense Application UAV…
ParaZero Lands $187K Deal to Enhance Drone Safety for US Air Mobility Company
A significant development in drone safety systems has emerged as ParaZero Technologies Ltd. secured a notable contract, pushing forward the evolution of urban air mobility safety standards, according to Investing.com. Safety Systems for Next-Gen Aircraft The Israeli aerospace company landed…
DJI Unveils Budget-Friendly Goggles N3 with Ultra-Wide FOV for FPV Flight
DJI just dropped their latest FPV goggles aimed at making immersive drone flying more accessible to newcomers. The new Goggles N3, priced at $229, offers pilots an impressive 54-degree field of view and up to 2.7 hours of flight time,…
Sony to Discontinue Airpeak S1 Drone Line in March 2025
In a surprising announcement to its customers, Sony revealed it will end sales of the Airpeak S1 professional drone and most related products by March 2025, citing “recent changes in the business environment” as the reason. Products Being Discontinued The…
DJI Goggles N3 Revealed in New Photos, Confirms Separate Purchase Option
New photos of the highly anticipated DJI Goggles N3 have surfaced, showing detailed views of the FPV headset and confirming an important detail for potential buyers – the goggles will be available for separate purchase, dispelling recent rumors about bundle-only…
FBI Thwarts Plot to Attack Nashville Power Grid Using Explosive-Laden Drone
A potentially catastrophic attack on Nashville’s critical infrastructure was prevented when the FBI arrested a 24-year-old Tennessee man who allegedly planned to crash an explosives-equipped drone into a power substation, according to the Department of Justice. The Drone Attack Plot…
DJI Mic Mini Leak Reveals Sleek $45 Wireless Microphone System
The next addition to DJI’s audio lineup has leaked, with images of the compact DJI Mic Mini appearing in posts by Jasper Ellens and Igor Bogdanov on X. Compact Design in Two Colors The wireless microphone system comes in two…
US AI-Powered Drones Prove Their Worth in Ukraine’s Electronic Warfare Challenge
Shield AI, a California-based drone startup, has achieved a significant breakthrough in Ukraine with their V-BAT drone successfully operating in heavily jammed airspace, according to a recent Wall Street Journal report. The company’s success marks a rare victory for Western…
US Drone Maker Skydio Faces Critical Supply Chain Crisis After Chinese Sanctions
Skydio, America’s largest drone manufacturer and a vital supplier to Ukraine’s military, is grappling with an unprecedented supply chain crisis after Beijing imposed sweeping sanctions, blocking access to essential components, according to the Financial Times. Supply Chain Disruption Threatens Operations…