New screening model identifies drone components before they reach secure areas Athena Security has launched a new AI-powered X-ray detection model designed to identify drone components before they can be assembled or brought into restricted areas. The system responds to a growing number of drone-related incidents around the world and aims to give operators of […]
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Animal rights group uses drones to combat abusive situations By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Because cock fighting is illegal in every U.S. state, the gamblers and promoters of this cruel sport most often resort to holding their events behind high fences or in remote rural areas far from the view of critical eyes. However, […]
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Legal dispute centers on alleged misuse of confidential business information Joby Aviation has filed a legal complaint against Archer Aviation, claiming that a former employee took confidential information before moving to Archer. The complaint was submitted in the Superior Court of California in Santa Cruz County on November 18. Archer denies the allegations. Background on […]
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Company Recognized for Portable AI Radar Technology in xTechCounter Strike Competition MatrixSpace has earned a key win in the U.S. Army’s xTechCounter Strike competition, part of Operation Flytrap 4.5. The company was the only active sensing provider selected among 15 finalists. The award highlights MatrixSpace’s work in portable, AI-enabled radar for counter-UAS missions, where rapid […]
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InTerra SmarTarget® streamlines high-precision workflows for commercial drone mappers Accuracy is critical in geospatial work. Drone operators also need systems that save time in the field and in the office. The InTerra SmarTarget® platform aims to deliver both. One commercial drone mapping provider in Nashville, reports major gains after adding the system to its workflow. […]
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Quantum Solutions, a UK-based imaging technology company, has expanded its lineup of quantum-dot shortwave infrared (SWIR) drone payloads designed to capture data beyond the visible spectrum. The company’s Q.Fly family now includes multiple mission-specific configurations—including the Q.Fly Water system for real-time moisture mapping—each built around proprietary quantum-dot sensors that extend imaging into the 400–1,700 nm […]
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Lack of airspace awareness creates problems for Europe’s airports By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A flurry of drone-related security incidents at European airports highlights the need for greater low-altitude airspace awareness across the continent, according to aviation security experts. In September Copenhagen Airport, one of Northern Europe’s busiest travel hubs, shut down operations for […]
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European UAS developer Quantum Systems and ADV Defense UAB, a Lithuanian defense company part of Teltonika IoT Group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the German-Baltic Defence Industry Conference 2025 in Vilnius, creating a framework for closer cooperation on unmanned systems in Lithuania and along NATO’s Eastern Flank. The agreement is designed to […]
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$150 Million from the State Department and Matching African Investments Could Triple Access to Essential Medicines Zipline will soon expand its medical drone delivery services across Africa through a landmark agreement with the U.S. Department of State. The expansion could help up to 130 million people gain rapid access to lifesaving blood and medicines. The […]
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Event planners say drone shows are emerging as a popular option for communities seeking cleaner, quieter, and more modern ways to mark major holidays. This New Year’s Eve, Allentown, Pennsylvania, will debut its first drone light show, using a synchronized fleet of 200 illuminated drones to ring in 2026 instead of traditional fireworks. Officials describe […]
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