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In a groundbreaking milestone for autonomous technology, a drone developed by Delft University of Technology’s (TU Delft) Micro Air Vehicle Laboratory (MAVLab) claimed victory at the 2025 A2RL Drone Championship in Abu Dhabi, marking the first time an AI-powered drone has defeated human pilots in an international race. Reaching speeds of 59.5 mph (95.8 km/h)…
ParaZero has announced its newest drone safety system for the DJI M4, the SafeAir M4, featuring a significant redesign that incorporates automotive airbag technology for faster and more reliable deployment. According to ParaZero, the system represents their latest advancement in drone safety technology after “over a decade since our first SafeAir System.” Advanced Deployment Mechanism…
Terra Drone subsidiary Unifly has joined a major European research initiative to integrate drone traffic systems with traditional air traffic management, according to an announcement from Terra Drone Corporation. The ENSURE project, led by the SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking, aims to develop standardized interfaces allowing unmanned aircraft and conventional aviation to safely share airspace. Strategic…
The Netherlands has accelerated the delivery of a substantial €500 million ($541 million) drone package to Ukraine as part of a broader military aid initiative, Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans announced following his recent visit to Kyiv. This drone allocation reportedly represents a critical component of the Netherlands’ expedited €2 billion ($2.16 billion) military support…
Canadian aerospace company AVSS (Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions) completed third-party testing requirements for its PRS-M30 parachute recovery
Dublin-based drone delivery startup Manna has announced a fresh $30 million funding round, valuing the company at over $150 million, while making the bold claim that it’s the only drone delivery service currently turning a profit on each delivery. The company, which primarily delivers coffee and other small items in select Dublin suburbs, is challenging…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that a new long-range drone successfully completed a 3,000-kilometer (1,864-mile) test flight
As the United States withdraws military aid from Ukraine amid political friction, Kherson’s governor, Oleksandr Prokudin, has issued a dire warning about the future of warfare. In an interview with The Independent, Prokudin highlights how Russia’s technological advancements in drones and weaponized robotics have outstripped Europe’s military preparedness, exposing vulnerabilities that could reshap
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