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As drones become more integrated into commercial, industrial, and public safety operations, states are moving quickly to regulate their use. Two recent examples of state drone laws- Ohio’s H.B. 77 and Florida’s S.B. 700 -demonstrate the trend toward stricter state-level oversight. Here’s what these laws mean for drone operators and the broader industry. Ohio House […]
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From Classrooms to Championships: Asheboro High School’s Drone Soccer Team Prepares Future UAS Engineers By DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi This month I had the privilege of visiting Asheboro High School in North Carolina to meet with their US Drone Soccer team, led by educator Wendy Graham and coordinated through the Career and Technical Education […]
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Trade war expected to have big impacts on domestic drone industry By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Experts warn that while the international trade war launched by the Trump administration might benefit the U.S. drone manufacturing industry in the long term, it is expected to bring pain to the industry in the near term, in […]
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All images courtesy Axon, used with permission. Axon, a global leader in public safety technology, has expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of Sky-Hero, making a mature, field-tested suite of tactical robotics available to state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) police agencies across the United States. Previously limited to government and defense use, the Sky-Hero […]
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Nearly 2,000 public safety professionals gathered in Phoenix for AXON Week 2025, where the conversation focused on the future of drones—not just as emergency tools, but as essential city infrastructure. AXON, a global leader in public safety technology, highlighted its Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs and the expanded capabilities brought by its 2024 acquisition […]
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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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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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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 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 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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