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Drone Patent Review Denied By PTAB: Textron vs. DJI
Patent Board Sides with Textron in High-Stakes Drone Patent Challenge In a recent ruling that underscores the complexities of intellectual property law in the burgeoning drone industry, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) has denied a request by Chinese…
The Troubled Launch of SMS Novel’s Drone Surveillance in Memphis
A Promising Start Turns Sour In late 2021, SMS Novel, a company branding itself as a “Christian-based film company,” announced ambitious plans to deploy drone surveillance in Memphis, Tennessee, aiming to combat the city’s crime rates. The initiative, dubbed “Operation…
The Evolution and Challenges of Russia’s Lancet Drones: A Step Toward Autonomous Warfare
The Promising Yet Flawed Journey of the Lancet Drone In the realm of modern warfare, Russia’s Lancet drones emerged as a notable player, boasting significant successes in its deployment. Designed as a low-cost, 35-pound loitering munition, the Lancet has showcased…
U.S. Government Takes Action Against Reckless Flying Philly Drone Life in Philadelphia
A Sky-High Legal Battle: United States vs. Philly Drone Life In a move underscoring the serious implications of drone misuse, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania has initiated legal proceedings against South Philadelphia resident Michael DiCiurcio,…
Drone Dispute in Michigan Raises National Privacy Concerns
The Battle Over Aerial Surveillance: A Michigan Case Could Redefine Privacy Rights In the quiet expanses of Long Lake Township, Michigan, what started as a local zoning dispute has escalated into a potential landmark legal battle over privacy rights and…
Remote ID Update for DJI Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro
In today’s video, I want to discuss the recent changes DJI has made to the Mini series and Remote ID, which have been causing a lot of confusion. We were confused, you were confused, so we decided to create a…
Drone News: Remote ID, Police Drone Shot Down, Felony Charges Flying Over NFL, and the Super Bowl
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week: Remote ID for the DJI Minis, an armed suspect escaped police after shooting down a drone, a man who faces felony charges after flying over an…
Balancing the Skies: South Dakota’s New Drone Legislation
Safeguarding Privacy and Safety in the Air In the expansive skies above South Dakota, drones have become a familiar sight, buzzing with the potential for innovation and the shadow of misuse. Amidst this aerial evolution, Republican Senator David Johnson has…
Enhancing Drone Security: A Bipartisan Effort to Safeguard America’s Skies
The DETECT Act: A New Frontier in Cybersecurity In a significant move to bolster national security and innovation, Senators Mark Warner (D-Va.) and John Thune (R-S.D.) have introduced groundbreaking legislation aimed at securing the rapidly evolving technology of drones. The…
Navigating the Future of Unmanned Aircraft: A Strategic Blueprint for Safety and Innovation
A Vision for Safer Skies In an era where unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) are becoming increasingly prevalent, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has taken a pivotal step forward with the establishment of the UAS Detection and Mitigation Systems Aviation Rulemaking…
Sky-High Spectacle: Las Vegas to Host Drone Light Show for Super Bowl Weekend
Dazzling Displays Above the Desert Las Vegas, a city never shy of embracing the spectacular, is set to light up the sky once again with an awe-inspiring drone light show in celebration of the upcoming Super Bowl weekend. This event…
Iowa Moves to Shield Livestock Farms from Drone Surveillance
Strengthening Privacy and Security for Farmers In a significant move aimed at bolstering the privacy and security of livestock producers, the Iowa Senate committee has given its nod to a pivotal piece of legislation designed to restrict the use of…