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SiFly Launches NDAA-Compliant Long-Endurance Drones to Expand Industrial and Public Safety Capabilities

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Silicon Valley startup exits stealth with Q12 and Q250 platforms, offering 10x range and helicopter-class performance SiFly Unveils High-Endurance Drones for Industrial and Emergency Applications SiFly, a Silicon Valley-based startup, has officially exited stealth mode, revealing two new drone platforms designed to address the key challenges facing the $35 billion industrial drone market. The company’s […]

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Agricultural Drones Take Flight: DJI Report Reveals Rapid Industry Growth Despite Persistent Challenges

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The global agricultural drone industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, with adoption rates soaring as regulatory frameworks mature and technology advances. According to DJI Agriculture‘s fourth annual Agricultural Drone Industry Insight Report, unveiled at Brazil’s Agrishow 2025, agricultural drones have become essential farm equipment worldwide, transforming traditional farming practices while delivering significant environmental and economic benefits. […]

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$150 Billion Defense Reconciliation Bill Signals Major Boost for Uncrewed Systems and Drones

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The House and Senate Armed Services Committees have unveiled a $150 billion defense reconciliation proposal that marks a significant investment in drone technology and uncrewed systems across all domains. The bill represents a major commitment to strengthening the U.S. defense industrial base, with a particular focus on capabilities relevant to the Indo-Pacific region. Major Investments […]

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Global Experts Gather for Drone Show Safety Round Table on May 8

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Free virtual event hosted by SPH Engineering to explore safety innovations, regulations, and future standards in drone light shows. SPH Engineering – developers of Drone Show Creator – recently announced their Drone Show Safety Round Table to be held May 8, 2025, allowing drone professionals and enthusiasts a chance to gain key insights within the […]

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China’s Shift to Small Drones Reshapes Modern Warfare

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Embracing Small, Smart, and Scalable Drones China is rapidly redefining modern warfare by shifting its focus to small, low-cost, AI-powered drones. Recent state media reports highlight the deployment of micro drones across the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), including a new model weighing less than a kilogram. This drone features a coaxial dual-rotor system for superior […]

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Asheboro High School’s Drone Soccer Program Builds the Next Generation of Aerospace Talent

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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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Korean Air to Build Urban Air Mobility and Aviation Safety Hub in Bucheon

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New facility aims to lead Korea’s next era in air transportation and safety training Korean Air has announced plans to construct a major Urban Air Mobility (UAM) and Aviation Safety Research and Development (R&D) Center in Bucheon, Gyeonggi Province. The investment, totaling KRW 1.2 trillion (approximately USD 875 million), underscores the airline’s vision for future […]

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Next Episode of Public Safety Drone Review Features MatrixSpace’s Lori DeMatteis

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Industry leader to discuss AI-enabled sensing solutions and public safety drone innovation on May 6, 2025 Join DRONELIFE and DRONERESPONDERS on Tuesday, May 6 at 3:00 PM EST for the next live episode of the Public Safety Drone Review, a free monthly webcast series exploring the latest in drone technology, training, and real-world applications for […]

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Zing Drone Solutions Wins $100K at Counter-UAS Challenge for Airspace Security Innovation

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Z-SCAN’s passive drone detection technology earns top honors in Oregon’s Proven in Pendleton event Zing Takes Top Spot in Counter-UAS Challenge Zing Drone Solutions has won the $100,000 grand prize at the Proven in Pendleton Counter UAS Challenge, hosted by the Oregon UAS Accelerator. The event, held in Pendleton, focused on identifying technologies that can […]

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Racing Into the Future: How Abu Dhabi Is Accelerating Autonomous Innovation on the Drone Radio Show!

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On this episode of the Drone Radio Show, Stéphane Timpano, CEO of ASPIRE shares insights into the organization’s mission, the rise of autonomous racing challenges, and the broader impact these competitions can have across technology, education, and industry. Drone Radio Show · Racing Into the Future: How Abu Dhabi Is Accelerating Autonomous Innovation: Stephane Timpano, […]

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