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2025 9th World Congress of Drones Officially Started in Shenzhen, Unveiling Low-Altitude Economy Innovation
The 9th World Congress of Drones 2025 officially commenced on Friday in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, setting the international pace
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Michigan Drone Delivery Project Lands Second State Grant of $950,000
A pioneering drone delivery project in northern Michigan has landed its second significant state funding infusion, cementing the Grand Traverse area
Texas
Texas A&M Students See Future of Marine Drone Technology in Corpus Christi
More than 30 students from the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Harte Research Institute have just experienced a thrilling marine drone demonstration showcasing the critical application of unmanned aerial systems in coastal and marine science applications. The demonstration was held in downtown Corpus Christi and provided students with hands-on experience working with drone technology for envir
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John Deere Acquires Sentera to Boost Drone-Powered Agriculture
John Deere announced its acquisition of Sentera, a leader in drone-based remote imagery solutions based in St. Paul, Minnesota, on May 23rd, 2025, marking a significant step in advancing precision agriculture. This move integrates Sentera’s high-resolution drone technology into John Deere’s ecosystem, empowering farmers with data-driven tools to enhance crop management, efficiency, and sustainabil
Ukraine
Ukraine and Russia Race to Advance Fiber-Optic Drone Technology in Kursk Conflict
In a pivotal shift for modern warfare, Ukraine and Russia are intensifying their use of fiber-optic drones in the ongoing conflict in Russia’s Kursk region, a development that has reshaped battlefield dynamics. According to a detailed report by The Washington Post, these tethered drones, which rely on thin fiber-optic cables for control instead of radio…
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Australian Law Enforcement Awards DroneShield $1M+ Contract for Advanced Counter-Drone Technology
An Australian law enforcement agency has selected counter-drone specialist DroneShield to deliver advanced counter-unmanned aircraft
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USGS Captures Stunning Close-Up of Kīlauea Lava Pond Using DJI Matrice 600 Drone
During uncrewed aircraft systems overflights on May 21, USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geologists flew their DJI Matrice 600 drone equipped
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Greece Bolsters Wildfire Defense with Doubled Drone Fleet in 2025
Greece is intensifying its wildfire response by nearly doubling its drone fleet and deploying a record 18,000 firefighters this summer, as reported by The Independent. With climate change driving more frequent and severe wildfires, the country is leveraging advanced drone technology to enhance surveillance and coordination, a move that could set a precedent for other…
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