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Drone Industry’s Outrage Over Stefanik’s Anti-China Legislation
A Broken Trust and Political Stunts Members of the drone industry are livid over recent political maneuvers targeting Chinese-made drones, particularly those manufactured by DJI. Congresswoman Elise Stefanik’s actions have sparked a fierce backlash, as her recent legislative moves threaten…
Drones Take Flight at Massive First Responder Training Event
In a unique twist, Soo Pass Ranch in Detroit Lakes, known for hosting the massive country music festival WE Fest, became the site of an extensive drone training event for area first responders on Wednesday, June 5. According to InForum,…
NASA’s Groundbreaking Drone Project Set to Revolutionize Wildfire Fighting
In a significant development, researchers at NASA Ames Research Center are harnessing cutting-edge aviation technology to bolster the safety of Bay Area communities threatened by devastating wildfires. As the region braces for a potentially active wildfire season amid rising temperatures…
DroneXL Joins Forces with Drone Advocacy Alliance to Protect American Drone Users’ Rights
DroneXL.co is proud to announce its partnership with the newly formed Drone Advocacy Alliance, a non-partisan, drone-agnostic grassroots advocacy coalition. The Alliance aims to safeguard the rights of American drone users to freely choose and employ their drones in the…
ISIS Plots Drone Attacks on Paris Olympics 2024
Counter-Terrorism Expert Warns of ‘Moderately High’ Probability In a concerning development, ISIS extremists have circulated “detailed” manuals for adapting drones to attack the upcoming Paris Olympics, according to Matt Mooney, a counter-terrorism expert who spoke to The National. Mooney, a…
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Extend Federal Counter-Drone Powers
Lawmakers Seek to Balance Security and Civil Liberties A bipartisan group of House lawmakers introduced a bill on Tuesday that would extend the federal government’s authority to counter threats posed by drones while also safeguarding the rights of responsible drone…
Chula Vista’s Police Drone Program: A Closer Look at the Pros and Cons
In October 2018, the Chula Vista Police Department (CVPD) launched the nation’s first Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, deploying drones to respond to 911 calls. Since then, the drones have flown nearly 20,000 missions, providing officers with critical intelligence…
Joby Aviation Acquires Xwing’s Autonomy Division in Bold Move Towards Autonomous Flight
Joby Positions Itself at the Forefront of Aviation Autonomy In a significant development for the future of air travel, Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY) has announced the acquisition of the autonomy division of Xwing Inc., a leader in autonomous aviation technology.…
US and Singapore Team Up on Counter-Drone and Electronic Warfare Tech
Defense Innovation Unit and Singapore Agree to Collaborate on Adopting Dual-Use Technology The United States and Singapore have agreed to work together more closely on defense innovation, as part of the Pentagon’s broader effort to partner with Indo-Pacific countries. Doug…
China Sought Drone-Jamming Equipment for Russian Buyers Amid Ukraine War
Procurement Notice Raises Concerns Over China’s Sale of Dual-Use Goods to Moscow A Chinese trade body sought to buy drone-jamming equipment for Russian buyers last month, highlighting the close ties between the two countries. This comes amid concerns in Europe…
Drones and AI: The Future of Demining
How Drones and AI are Revolutionizing Landmine Detection Landmines and unexploded ordnance contaminate about a third of Ukraine, an area the size of Florida. This dangerous reality underscores the urgent need for innovative solutions. Enter Gabriel Steinberg and Jasper Baur,…
Skydio X10D Drone Earns Top DoD Clearance for Blue sUAS List
Skydio X10D, the latest in autonomous drone technology, has achieved the highest Department of Defense (DoD) clearance, earning a spot on the Blue sUAS Cleared List. This significant milestone, announced by Skydio, highlights the X10D’s exceptional security and operational capabilities,…