Proposal aims to update federal law to address video-based surveillance of U.S. defense sites Senator Ashley Moody has asked congressional leaders to include her proposed “Drone Espionage Act” in the fiscal year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act. The legislation, introduced earlier this year and led in the House by Representative Jen Kiggans, is designed to […]
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SkySafe offers Forensics as a Service to aid investigations of drone incidents By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill As police departments, government agencies and operators of critical infrastructure wrestle with the growing threats from maliciously operated drones, to date the focus has been on detecting these UAVs, identifying their operators and somehow mitigating their flights […]
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As the United States prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the federal government is intensifying efforts to bolster aerial security, with plans to invest roughly 500 million dollars into counter-drone systems. However, emerging legislative and operational challenges, particularly the expiration of key counter-UAS authorities due to the ongoing government shutdown, underscore vulnerabilities in […]
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Belgian police have arrested three men accused of planning to use a drone fitted with explosives to attack political figures, in what investigators described as a “credible and advanced” plot. The case has renewed attention on how easily commercial drones can be adapted for malicious purposes—and the growing urgency for effective counter-UAS measures across Europe. […]
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Flock Safety introduces new security product for private sector By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Flock Safety, a leading developer of drones as first responder (DFR) programs and other security technology for law enforcement is rolling out a technological solution to meet the security needs of non-law enforcement customers. The company recently unveiled its Flock […]
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Australian counter-drone technology firm DroneShield recently announced a significant expansion of its research and development (R&D) operations in the United States. This move emphasizes DroneShield’s commitment to expanding its research and development capabilities and will more than double their presence in the US. New Virginia Expansion As part of this strategic investment, DroneShield is adding […]
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ZeroEyes demonstrates threat-detection system at AF Base By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A summer concert at a U.S. Air Force base in South Carolina recently served as the testing ground for a drone-based real-time threat detection and early warning system, developed by a subsidiary of gun-detection company ZeroEyes. ZE Government Solutions (ZEGS) deployed its […]
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Law enforcement groups ask Congress for counter-UAS authority By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill In a recent open letter to congressional leaders, a coalition of 16 law enforcement and corrections agencies is asking lawmakers to give state and large municipal police agencies the authority to conduct counter-UAS operations, including bringing down drones electronically. “State and […]
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Japanese drone developer ACSL made several announcements today, including the launch of its new NDAA-compliant smart controller, TAITEN, upgrades to its advanced SAMO thermal camera payload for the SOTEN drone, and official collaboration with Teledyne FLIR’s Thermal by FLIR Program. NEW TAITEN SMART CONTROLLER TAITEN, an NDAA-compliant smart controller, features a high-resolution 7” built-in display […]
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New AI-enhanced counter-drone system integrates cyber, radar, and jamming technologies D-Fend Solutions has announced the launch of EnforceAir PLUS, a counter-drone system that combines radio frequency (RF) cyber-driven detection and takeover technology with radar detection and optional RF jamming. The system is designed to provide layered protection against unauthorized drones in military and civilian environments. […]
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