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GoPro Max 2 Prototype Leak: Ready to Battle DJI’s Osmo 360?
GoPro Max 2, the long-awaited successor to the 2019 GoPro Max, just surfaced on a Chinese marketplace, spilling some tantalizing clues about
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Lithuania’s Sky Fortress: Ukrainian Drone Detection Tech Lands in 2026
Lithuania is gearing up to deploy Sky Fortress, a Ukrainian-developed acoustic drone detection system, starting in 2026 to bolster its defenses
Skydio
Syracuse Drone Program Ignites Fierce Debate on Privacy and Safety
Syracuse police’s autonomous drone rollout for every 911 call has ignited a firestorm, with 79% of locals voting no in fiery comments. Syracuse, New York’s proposed “Drone as First Responder” program has sparked unprecedented public opposition, with 67% of community feedback opposing the Syracuse Police Department’s (SPD) plan to deploy autonomous drones for 911 calls,…
DJI
Drone Pilots Beware: Proposed MA Rules Could Ground Your Flights Near Key Sites
If you’re a drone pro relying on Chinese tech, listen up—new MA proposals could ban sales and restrict ops, igniting debates on safety vs. innovation. Massachusetts legislators are advancing multiple bills to impose stricter regulations on drones, citing vulnerabilities in federal oversight that could endanger airfields, military bases, and schools. A recent hearing by the…
North Dakota
North Dakota’s Bold $300,000 Bet on AI Drones to Crush Invasive Weeds Before They Strike
Imagine drones as your farm’s secret weapon against weeds that spread like wildfire. That’s North Dakota’s exciting new reality, with a fresh $300,000 grant powering AI detection across key counties to protect vital crops from disaster. North Dakota has launched an innovative program harnessing drones and artificial intelligence to identify noxious weeds early, enabling swift…
DJI
Anchorage Police Unleash Drones to Curb Violent Encounters
Drones are taking flight over Anchorage, and they’re not just for hobbyists anymore—police are using them to defuse deadly standoffs. The Anchorage Police Department is scaling up its drone program, extending their use from specialized units to general patrol officers, a move aimed at improving officer safety and reducing violent interactions with the public. According…
Department of Defense
Shocking Ties: How Trump Jr.’s Drone Investments Could Cash In on Massive U.S. Military Boost
Imagine your hobby drone parts suddenly backed by billions—thanks to Trump family ties. Donald Trump Jr. has boarded Unusual Machines, eyeing gains from his dad’s $1.4B drone push, but is it fair play? Donald Trump Jr. has joined the advisory board of Unusual Machines, a Florida-based drone company, positioning himself to potentially benefit from his…
Insta360
Insta360’s Antigravity Drone Shocks DJI with 360-Degree Revolution
Tired of DJI’s grip on drones? Insta360’s Antigravity just dropped a sub-249g, 8K 360-degree game-changer to shake up the skies. Insta360 has launched Antigravity, a new drone brand that introduces the world’s first 360-degree drone in a sub-249g (under 0.55 pounds) form factor with 8K resolution, aiming to blend immersive capture with intuitive flight. This…
Auterion
Pentagon’s $50M AI Drone Surge Thwarts Russia’s UAV Threat in Ukraine
Drones that think for themselves? The Pentagon’s $50M deal with Auterion is supercharging Ukraine’s skies with 33,000 AI-powered strike kits by year-end. The Pentagon has partnered with US-German software developer Auterion to deliver 33,000 AI-powered Skynode S modules to Ukraine, enhancing its drone capabilities to counter Russia’s escalating UAV attacks. This $50 million contract, reported…
DJI
Affordable 90mm Lens for DJI Inspire 3: Insane Parallax and Safety – Don’t Miss This Steal!
Imagine getting helicopter-like parallax on your DJI drone without the hassle—enter the awesome Viltrox 90mm, but here’s what you need to know before buying. The Viltrox 90mm for DJI DL, aka the DJI Inspire 3 and Ronin 4D, is out and it is awesome. But there’s a couple of things you need to know. One…
DJI
Chinese Drones Haul 180 Tonnes Up a Mountain: A Solar-Powered Drone Triumph
DroneXL readers, hold onto your controllers—this one’s a game-changer. In China’s rugged Yunnan province, a swarm of heavy-lift drones just pulled off a jaw-dropping feat, carrying 180 tonnes of steel and concrete up a mountain to build solar power towers. According to the South China Morning Post, this operation is a showcase of drone tech…
DJI
Drones Drop Mosquitoes to Save Hawaii’s Birds: A Conservation Game-Changer
DroneXL readers, get ready for a story that’s wilder than a DJI Mavic chasing a Hawaiian sunset. In Hawaii, drones are dropping mosquitoes from the skies—not to ruin your picnic, but to save endangered birds.A CNN report details how conservationists are using drones to release lab-reared mosquitoes over Maui and Kauai to combat avian malaria,…
DJI
DJI Adds Password Security to RC 2 and Pro 2—Essential Firmware Update for Drone Pilots!
Good day, folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. So, a couple of days ago, DJI released a firmware update for both the DJI RC Pro 2 and the DJI RC 2. This new firmware update is pretty small, but it adds the ability to add a password to your controller. That’s going to give you…
DJI
SkyRover X1 Exposed: DJI’s Shocking Disguise to Beat US Bans?
Brace yourselves, pilots: The SkyRover X1 mini drone just dropped, looking suspiciously DJI-familiar. Your top queries, answered with zero fluff. Good day, folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. So, this is going to be a question-and-answer style video for the new SkyRover X1 mini drone. This was launched earlier this week, and there’s been a…
FreeFly Systems
Drones Drop Ping-Pong Bombs to Battle California’s Raging Green Wildfire
What if a simple ping-pong ball could stop a monster wildfire? That’s the dramatic reality unfolding northeast of Redding right now. In an innovative approach to battling the Green Fire northeast of Redding, California, U.S. Forest Service firefighters deploy drones to drop ping-pong balls filled with chemicals, to spark controlled backfires in inaccessible terrain. This…
DJI
DEXA Secures Nationwide BVLOS, DroneDeploy’s Progress Al, Drone Pilot Finds Missing Girl
We have three stories for you this week. First, DEXA secures a nationwide BVLOS waiver for drone deliveries. DroneDeploy launches Progress AI, and a drone pilot finds a missing girl in Wisconsin. Let’s get to it. First of all, let me acknowledge the fact that I am not Greg. It’s Ben. Greg and the team…
Ukraine
Exposed: Beijing’s Secret Drone Parts Arming Russia Despite US-EU Bans
Picture this: A truck of ‘refrigerators’ lands in Russia, but they’re really powering killer drones – the wild story behind Beijing’s sanction sidestep. Chinese manufacturers have covertly supplied engines to a Russian drone maker, labeling them as “industrial refrigeration units” to evade Western sanctions, enabling a surge in attack drone output for use in Ukraine.…
DJI
DJI Osmo 360 Pre-Release Review: Sponsored Video Offers First Look at Enhanced 360 Camera
DroneXL’s Jasper Ellens has obtained an exclusive YouTube review video of the yet-to-be-released DJI Osmo 360, set for launch on July 31, 2025. This sponsored hands-on showcase provides drone professionals and recreational pilots with an initial impression of the new 360-degree camera, highlighting its potential for immersive aerial and ground footage integration. Source and Sponsorship…
DJI
U.S. Drones Stumble in Alaska: A Wake-Up Call for Military Tech
the U.S. military’s recent test of small, long-range attack drones at Fort Wainwright, Alaska, was less a triumph and more a lesson in humility
DJI
DJI Osmo 360 Teaser Drops: Is This the Insta360 Killer We’ve Been Waiting For?
Brace yourself: DJI’s diving into 360 cams with 8K power, challenging GoPro and Insta360 head-on. DJI just dropped a short teaser on its channels, hinting that its new DJI Osmo 360 camera is just around the corner and ready to take on the likes of GoPro and Insta360 in the fully spherical video space. The…
United States
FAA’s MOSAIC Rule Finalized: Revolutionizing Light-Sport Aviation with No Weight Limits
Buckle up, pilots: The FAA just ditched outdated rules, opening skies to advanced light-sport aircraft – including potential eVTOL game-changers. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced a new FAA rule at the EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, that eliminates outdated regulations hindering innovation and safety in recreational Light Sport aviation. This development expands the…
Police
How NYC’s Drone Committee Could Change Public Safety Forever – What Pilots Need to Know
In the city that never sleeps, drones are waking up to watch over us: Mayor Adams’ latest tech move explained. New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the formation of the Drone Operations Committee on July 23, 2025, appointing Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Kaz Daughtry as chair. This initiative coordinates drone operations across city…
Ukraine
China’s Drone Parts Power Russia’s War: A Wake-Up Call for UAV Makers
Picture drones buzzing over Ukraine, each carrying a 33-pound warhead, powered by Chinese tech meant for hobbyists. On July 22, 2025, Ukraine’s DIU exposed this reality, raising alarms for drone pros. The Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (DIU) revealed that a new Russian drone, which uses a Chinese-sourced technology, serves the dual purpose of a decoy and…
Counter-Drone
U.S. Drone Defenses Go Big: Zapping Threats on a Budget
Building defenses that swat drones like flies without breaking the bank. A National Interest report dives into a Pentagon task force tackling drone
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