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Drone Policy Shifts, Counter-UAS Tech and Market Disruptions on Weekly Wings

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In this episode of Weekly Wings, Paul Rossi and Terry Neff break down the latest financial and policy shifts impacting the drone industry. They discuss how recent political and economic changes are driving acquisitions and vertical integration within the U.S. drone sector, highlighting how companies like Unusual Machines are expanding their footprint with strategic investments like […]

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Congress Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Drone Funding for Law Enforcement

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The DRONE Act of 2025 Seeks to Enhance Public Safety with Federal Support Representatives Lou Correa (D-CA) and Troy Nehls (R-TX) have introduced the bipartisan Directing Resources for Officers Navigating Emergencies (DRONE) Act of 2025. This bill would allow law enforcement agencies to use federal grants to purchase and operate drones, expanding access to technology […]

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Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review Explores Counter-UAS and Public Safety, Featuring Tom Adams of DroneShield

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Join us on Tuesday, February 4, at 3:00 PM EST for the next episode of the Public Safety Drone Review. This month’s discussion will dive into the evolving landscape of Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Counter-UAS) technology and its role in public safety. The event will feature Tom Adams, Director of Public Safety for DroneShield, who brings […]

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ZeroEyes Takes Aim at UAV Security: New Drone Detection and Gun Detection Tech for Safer Skies

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From Identifying Threats in the Sky to Detecting Firearms on the Ground, ZeroEyes Expands Drone Capabilities for Law Enforcement and Defense by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magil ZeroEyes develops drone-detection technology, UAV-based gun detection By Jim Magill Drones are tools that can be used for both good and bad purposes. In the right hands, they […]

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Montgomery County Secures First Conviction with Drone as First Responder Program: A Milestone in Public Safety

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Drone Footage Key in Assault Conviction as Montgomery County’s DFR Program Demonstrates Impact on Evidence Collection and Situational Awareness by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb A press release issued today by the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office touted the first conviction as a result of their Drone as First Responder (DFR) program after a […]

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Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review Tackles Counter UAS and Law Enforcement’s Response to Rogue Drones, Featuring DJ Smith

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Join us on Tuesday, November 5, at 3:00 PM EST for the latest episode of the Public Safety Drone Review. This month’s discussion will explore the challenges law enforcement faces when communities report unauthorized drones or drone-related crimes. The event will feature DJ Smith, a covert surveillance and counter UAS expert, who currently serves as […]

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Campbell Police Department Secures 24/7 Waiver for Drone as First Responder Program

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FAA approval allows day and night BVLOS drone operations without a visual observer The Campbell Police Department in California has taken a major step forward in enhancing public safety through its Drone as First Responder (DFR) program. The department recently received a groundbreaking waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), allowing beyond visual line of […]

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Flock Safety Expands Capabilities with Acquisition of Aerodome

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New drone technology enhances public safety by improving response times and situational awareness for law enforcement. Flock Safety, a well-known name in public safety technology, has announced the acquisition of Aerodome, a company specializing in Drone as First Responder (DFR) technology. This acquisition represents a major step forward for Flock Safety’s efforts to provide law […]

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How Nebraska Deputies Ended a High-Speed Chase Using Teledyne FLIR SIRAS

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An Inside Look at How Drones Assist Law Enforcement in High-Stakes Operations In 2023, Nebraska law enforcement faced a high-stakes situation during a pursuit of a fugitive wanted in Colorado. After his vehicle was disabled by a spike strip, the suspect fled into a field of thick tumbleweeds, making it difficult for deputies to locate […]

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Lawmakers Urge Fairfax County to End Use of DJI Drones Due to National Security Concerns

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Officials cite security risks and ties to Chinese Communist Party, while DJI defends its data security practices On September 27, 2024, Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party urged Fairfax County to stop using […]

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