Category: Department of Defense
DEFENSE Act Gains Sports Industry Backing to Combat Drone Threats at Stadiums
A bipartisan bill introduced on February 20, 2025, by Senators Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) is set to enhance drone security at major [more…]
Thermal Imaging Drone Assists in Suspect Capture After Michigan Car Crash
In a compelling demonstration of Drone Technology‘s growing role in public safety, the Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Department successfully deployed a thermal imaging drone to [more…]
North Dakota Senate Rejects Chinese Drone Replacement While Advancing BVLOS Network
The North Dakota Senate has voted to remove a $15 million drone replacement program from House Bill 1038 while preserving $11 million for expanding the [more…]
Georgia to Ban Chinese Drones in Major Security Push
Georgia Lawmakers Push Drone Regulations, Targeting Chinese Manufacturers and Public Safety Georgia lawmakers are advancing comprehensive drone regulations through multiple bills, with bipartisan support focusing [more…]
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 [more…]
Mexican Cartels Escalate Drone Warfare: Border Patrol Faces New UAV Threats
An internal Department of Homeland Security memo reveals that Mexican drug cartels have authorized the deployment of Weaponized drones against U.S. Border Patrol agents and [more…]
Weekly UAS News Update: DJI Sues DoD, CNN Brinc Guardian drone
We have three stories for you this week: DJI sues the Department of Defense, a CNN drone that injures three people, and Brink releases the [more…]
Fox News and Politicians Display Shocking Ignorance About DJI Drone Technology in Pentagon Lawsuit Discussion
In a display of concerning technical misunderstanding, prominent politicians and media figures discussed DJI’s lawsuit against the Department of Defense on Fox Business’ “Mornings with [more…]
DJI is Suing the US Government: Who is going to win?
After 16 months of unanswered correspondence to the United States Department of Defense seeking explanation of why they were designated as a Chinese military company, [more…]
DJI Takes Legal Action Against Pentagon Over Military Designation
DJI, the world’s largest drone manufacturer, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) challenging its designation as a “Chinese military company.” [more…]
