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Ukraine’s Killer Drones Spark Debate on AI Rules
Ukraine’s deputy tech minister, Alex Bornyakov, recently unveiled a prototype of a drone that could identify and attack Russian “war criminals” using artificial intelligence (AI). This controversial advancement in weaponized drones has raised concerns among Ukraine’s allies and highlighted the…
AVSS Launches Drone Parachute for DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise and Thermal
AVSS – Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions Inc. has announced the release of the PRS-M3E, a new drone parachute system designed specifically for the popular DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise and DJI Mavic 3 Thermal drones. The company is now accepting pre-orders,…
World’s First Navigation Tech Lets Drones Fly Blind
In a groundbreaking development, Canadian firm One Silicon Chip Photonics (OSCP) has created a highly cost-effective inertial optical system that matches the precision of navigational sensors used in the aviation industry. This technology promises to revolutionize the drone and autonomous…
NATO Fund Backs German Startup’s Battlefield Bots
€9M Seed Round for ARX Robotics’ Self-Driving Military Robots In a significant move, the NATO Innovation Fund (NIF) has invested in ARX Robotics, a German startup developing self-driving robots for military use. The Munich-based company raised €9 million ($9.8 million)…
Sacramento Sheriff Seeks $160K in New Military Gear, Including Drones
The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office presented its annual military equipment use report, requesting over $160,000 in new equipment for the upcoming fiscal year. The requested items include multiple drones, firearms, and various types of ammunition, which the Sheriff’s Office claims…
Drone’s Delivering Prescriptions? New Mayo Clinic Partnership Makes It Happen
A new partnership between Mayo Clinic and drone delivery company Zipline is set to transform prescription delivery in Jacksonville, Florida. Patients can now receive their medications directly at their doorsteps without visiting a pharmacy, reports News4Jax. A New Way to…
University of Michigan’s Drone Airspace Lawsuit: A Clash of Rights
Lawsuit Challenges University’s Drone Restrictions The University of Michigan is embroiled in a legal battle over its ability to regulate drone flights over its Ann Arbor campus. The Michigan Coalition of Drone Operators reportedly filed a lawsuit on June 3,…
Netherlands to Invest $58.8 Million in Drones to Support Ukraine
Dutch Government’s Major Investment in Drone Production The Dutch Defense Ministry is allocating €54 million ($58.8 million) to increase drone production, supporting both Ukraine and the Dutch military. State Secretary of Defense Christophe van der Maat announced this initiative, emphasizing…
Revolutionary Foldable Drones Inspired by Nature
Nature-Inspired Drones Take Flight A groundbreaking study has introduced a novel rotary wing platform that mimics the wing-folding abilities of birds and the flight of Samara seeds. Researchers Hitesh Bhardwaj, Xinyu Cai, Luke Soe Thura Win, and Shaohui Foong developed…
Drone News: Senate Drone Ban, Commercial UAV, WingtraCloud, and Two New Pilot Institute Courses!
Weekly UAS News Update Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have four drone news stories for you this week: Let’s get to it. Proposed Bill Attacking the Drone Industry It is time again to make your voices heard,…
Drones Take Flight at Massive First Responder Training Event
In a unique twist, Soo Pass Ranch in Detroit Lakes, known for hosting the massive country music festival WE Fest, became the site of an extensive drone training event for area first responders on Wednesday, June 5. According to InForum,…
NASA’s Groundbreaking Drone Project Set to Revolutionize Wildfire Fighting
In a significant development, researchers at NASA Ames Research Center are harnessing cutting-edge aviation technology to bolster the safety of Bay Area communities threatened by devastating wildfires. As the region braces for a potentially active wildfire season amid rising temperatures…