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UK Secures $40M Deal to Supply Advanced Drones to Ukraine
Anduril

UK Secures $40M Deal to Supply Advanced Drones to Ukraine

The UK has partnered with US-based company Anduril to supply advanced attack drones to Ukraine, bolstering its defense capabilities against Russian aggression in the Black Sea. This $40M (£30M) agreement, announced by the UK Ministry of Defence via a post on X, follows the delivery of over 10,000 drones to the front line, signaling a…

The Future of Warfare: The Rise of Killer Drones in Ukraine
Anduril

U.S. Military Prioritizes Drones and Counter-Drone Tech in $50 Billion Budget Shift

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) is redirecting its focus toward drone technology and counter-drone systems as part of a significant budget reshuffle, moving approximately $50 billion from legacy programs to new priorities. This shift, detailed in a recent Business Insider article, aligns with Rep. Adam Smith’s emphasis on five critical areas—missiles, missile defenses, drones,…

Saronic Launches Major Autonomous Naval Vessel Program to Address U.S. Maritime Gaps
Department of Defense

Saronic Launches Major Autonomous Naval Vessel Program to Address U.S. Maritime Gaps

In a significant development for autonomous maritime systems, defense technology company Saronic has announced an ambitious program to revitalize American shipbuilding through large-scale autonomous vessel production. The initiative includes the construction of Port Alpha, a next-generation shipyard dedicated to autonomous vessel manufacturing, marking a potential turning point in U.S. naval auton

Draganfly Teams With AI Firm Palladyne To Bring Autonomous Drone Swarms To Defense And Commercial Markets
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Draganfly Secures Rare FAA Waiver for Urban Drone Operations in Boston

Canadian drone manufacturer Draganfly received a waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration, allowing limited drone operations over people and moving vehicles in Boston. The company announced the approval through an official FAA filing and press release. The waiver provides specific exemptions to FAA Part 107 regulations, permitting controlled drone flights over non-participants and traffic u

Autel Added to CMC List, NEW Matrice 4, DroneUp Contract Ended, DOD Expands LAANC
DroneUp

Autel Added to CMC List, NEW Matrice 4, DroneUp Contract Ended, DOD Expands LAANC

We have four stories for you this week: Autel and others added to the DoD CMC list, DJI releases the Matrice 4, Walmart ends their contract with DroneUp, and the DoD expands LAANC. Let’s get to it! Autel Added to DoD Chinese Military Complex List Autel has been added to the DoD Chinese Military Complex…

The Growing Threat of Hostile Drones in Urban Areas
Department of Defense

Nevada Law SB11 Restricts Public Agency Drone Use, Bans DJI

Nevada Senate Bill 11 (SB11), which took effect January 1, 2025, has introduced significant restrictions on unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) use by public agencies and law enforcement in Nevada. New Restrictions on Drone Sources The law requires Nevada’s Department of Public Safety (DPS) to create and maintain lists of prohibited countries, businesses, and entities from…

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