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FBI and DHS: No Evidence of Security Threats from Reported New Jersey Drone Sightings
Federal authorities have found no evidence that the recently reported drone sightings in New Jersey pose any national security threat or have connections to foreign actors. In a joint statement, the FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revealed that…
NJ Lawmaker Storms Out of ‘Amateur Hour’ FBI Drone Briefing
State Representative Brian Bergen, a former Apache helicopter pilot who helped establish the Army’s initial unmanned aircraft training battalion, walked out of Wednesday’s high-level security briefing at New Jersey State Police headquarters, calling it “amateur hour” and “worthless” in addressing…
New Jersey State Senator Calls for Drone Ban Amid Mysterious Night Flights
The mysterious drone activity over New Jersey has prompted State Senator Jon Bramnick to call for a limited state of emergency, as local and federal authorities struggle to identify the source of numerous large unmanned aircraft sightings near sensitive locations,…
NFL Reports Surge in Stadium Drone Incursions as Congress Weighs Enhanced Security Powers
The National Football League revealed that unauthorized drone flights over stadiums jumped to 2,845 incidents in 2023, up from 2,537 in 2022, as the league joins federal agencies in pushing Congress to expand drone detection and mitigation authorities, reports Reuters.…
Mystery Drones Over New Jersey Prompt Mayoral and Congressional Action
Large unidentified drones conducting repeated nighttime operations over central and northern New Jersey have sparked official action, with 21 Morris County mayors demanding an investigation from Governor Phil Murphy. The ongoing incidents, which began in mid-November, have raised particular concern…
Legal Hurdles Stall US Counter-Drone Defense Capabilities Amid Growing Threats
The rapid evolution of drone warfare in the Russia-Ukraine conflict has exposed critical gaps in America’s counter-drone capabilities, with regulatory complexity emerging as a major obstacle to deploying effective defensive systems. The conflict has demonstrated unprecedented applications of both aerial…
Lives at Stake: The Hidden Costs of U.S. Tariffs or Bans on DJI Drones
In recent years, DJI drones have become ubiquitous in the U.S., used by everyone from first responders and small businesses to hobbyists and farmers. The reasons are simple: DJI makes highly capable, safe, reliable, affordable, and easy-to-fly drones that are…
US Customs Halts DJI Drone Imports, Citing Uyghur Forced Labor Concerns
The United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has suspended imports of certain drones from Chinese manufacturer DJI, according to a Reuters report. This action stems from concerns related to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), a law designed…
Protecting American Agriculture: The Crucial Role of Chinese Drones and Why We Must Act Now
In a compelling video produced by the U.PASS Foundation, the critical importance of agricultural drones in modern farming is brought to the forefront. This presentation, accompanied by a detailed transcript below, highlights the numerous benefits of drone technology in agriculture…
Vantage Robotics Unveils Trace: The Pocket-Sized Nano Drone
Vantage Robotics has just launched Trace, a pocket-sized nano drone designed for covert aerial reconnaissance. This new drone is set to revolutionize the field of small UAVs, offering unmatched ISR capabilities at an affordable price. Specifications and Features Trace is…
Declassification of Drone Security Risks, DJI Air 3S Leaks, & Arrest for Shooting Drone
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News update. We have three stories for you this week. First, we have the DJI Air 3S leaks. Second, the chairs of the Homeland Security and Energy and Commerce committees are calling for declassification of…
The Truth About DJI’s Data Security
DJI Facing Potential Ban in the United States DJI is on the verge of being banned here in the United States based on false claims and it affects everyone that uses their drones. It doesn’t matter if you fly recreationally…
