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Axon Week 2025: Unified Awareness and Responsible Innovation Drive Drone Integration for Public Safety

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Axon Week 2025, held in Phoenix from April 22–25, convened nearly 2,000 public safety professionals to explore how integrated technology can save lives and build safer communities. The event—merging Axon Accelerate and TaserCon—centered on the theme of unified awareness, with keynote speakers emphasizing that technology, when paired with transparency and responsible innovation, serves as a […]

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Clear Communication, Safer Skies: Sonetics Wireless Headsets Advance Drone Operations

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As drone operations scale in complexity and scope across industries, the need for seamless, reliable team communication becomes critical. Sonetics wireless headset systems are emerging as a key solution, offering robust features that address the specific challenges of training, large-scale operations, tactical missions, and logistics support. Advanced Communication for Demanding Environments Sonetics headsets are engineered […]

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Texas considers ban on Chinese drones for state agencies

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First responders warn that proposed country-of-origin drone ban could hinder life-saving operations and increase costs for Texas agencies. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill More than a dozen witnesses representing police, fire and emergency response agencies, spoke out recently against a bill pending in the Texas state legislature that could ban the purchase by government […]

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The Drone Industry’s Path Toward Maturity

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The drone industry is currently undergoing a clear process of maturation, a trend that recent mergers and acquisitions (M&A) strongly support. Over the past six months, several significant deals have taken place, reflecting a shift toward larger, more integrated companies that are building comprehensive solutions for various sectors such as public safety, logistics, and defense. […]

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China’s Rare Earth Export Restrictions: What They Mean for the U.S. Drone Industry

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China’s recent decision to restrict exports of key rare earth elements is set to create new challenges for the U.S. drone industry, adding to the complications already caused by tariffs. These export controls target materials essential for manufacturing the high-performance magnets and batteries that power commercial drones, raising concerns about supply chain stability and production […]

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Is the Development of AI the Internet Moment for Drones?

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The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) in drone technology is being heralded as a transformative milestone, akin to the “Internet Moment” for personal computers. Just as the internet revolutionized how computers were used, AI is redefining the capabilities and applications of drones across both commercial and military sectors. By enabling drones to operate autonomously, process […]

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What Do Texas Schools Think About Armed Drones for Security?

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Texas school districts investigating UAV security, but not armed drones By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Several Texas school districts are considering adopting a program being promoted by an Austin-based security company, that would employ drones to respond to potential threats such as an active shooter on campus. However, neither of the two school districts […]

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Massachusetts Explores the Future of Healthcare Logistics with Drone Delivery Trials

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MassDOT tests could pave way for drone medical delivery in state By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) recently completed a series of tests to demonstrate the ability of drones to safely deliver medical supplies in areas across the Commonwealth. The tests, which took place between August and October of […]

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Breaking the Limits: How Solid-State Hydrogen is Powering the Next Generation of UAVs

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Battery endurance is a bottleneck for drone technology.  Could hydrogen offer a solution?  DRONELIFE is honored to publish this guest post from Dr, Nee Sirosh, CTO at H2MOF: a provider of safe and efficient hydrogen storage solutions.  DRONELIFE neither accepts nor makes payment for guest posts. Overcoming the UAV Industry’s Energy Storage Bottleneck Written by […]

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How U.S.-China Tariffs Could Reshape the Drone Industry

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The recent implementation of U.S.-China tariffs, including a 34% tariff on Chinese imports and reciprocal measures from China, is creating uncertainty for the drone industry. While the full effects have yet to materialize, experts suggest these policies may lead to higher prices, supply chain disruptions, and shifting market dynamics. Both Chinese manufacturers like DJI and […]

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