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Counter-Drone

BolaWrap’s PAN-DA Snags Drones Like a Sci-Fi Lasso

Bolawrap handheld drone-killer that lassos rogue UAVs with Kevlar tethers. Aimed at the $6.8 billion anti-drone market, this pocket-sized hero’s

Rafael SuárezAug 14

Amazon

Tiny AI Models Could Revolutionize Drone Operations with Onboard Intelligence

Multiverse Computing’s newly unveiled compact AI models promise to bring powerful, offline processing to edge devices, potentially transforming drones into smarter, more autonomous tools for delivery, surveillance, mapping, inspections and emergency response. Drawing from the company’s August 14 announcement, these quantum-inspired models could enable drones to handle complex tasks without cloud r

Haye KestelooAug 14

DJI

Drones, K9s, and SWAT Snag Suspect in Ohio’s Wild Sewer Chase

In Washington Township, Ohio, a stolen car chase turned into a full-on manhunt, complete with drones, K9s, and SWAT teams, ending with a soggy

Rafael SuárezAug 13

Skydio

Skydio Drones Catch a Moped Thief Red-Handed in NYC

the Skydio drone—likely an X10 with its killer zoom and night vision—cruising over Brooklyn’s urban jungle. The pilot’s scanning the feed, and boom

Rafael SuárezAug 13

Police

Drones Prove Vital in Locating Missing American Hiker’s Body in Pyrenees

Rescuers in Spain have located the body of Cole Henderson, a 27-year-old American hiker missing since early July, with drones playing a central role in scanning the rugged terrain of Monte Perdido. This discovery underscores the growing importance of unmanned aerial vehicles in search and rescue operations, enabling access to areas too hazardous for ground…

Haye KestelooAug 12

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DJI

Police Drones Nab Airbnb Burglars in Portland Sting

Drones aren’t just for epic aerial shots anymore, fellas. In Southeast Portland, the cops are using these high-flying gadgets to bust criminals, and

Rafael SuárezAug 12

Police

British Tourist Risks $245,000 Fine for Illegal Drone Flight at Tenerife Festival

Ouch! A simple drone buzz over a lively Spanish festival has a British tourist staring down a $245,000 fine. Fellow pilots, this relatable fiasco is your cue to check those rules. A British vacationer could face penalties up to €225,000 ($245,000) after authorities caught him operating an unauthorized drone during a crowded festival in Tenerife,…

Haye KestelooAug 6

Police

AI and Drones Team Up to Find Missing Hiker in Italian Alps After 10 Months

A hiker’s helmet glows red in drone footage, courtesy of AI magic, ending a gut-wrenching saga that hits home for adventurers. A mountain rescue team in Italy harnessed artificial intelligence to scan drone-captured images, spotting a missing hiker’s helmet in rugged terrain and enabling swift recovery of his body. This operation highlights how AI integration…

Haye KestelooAug 5

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