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NDAA FY25: Key Takeaways for the Drone Industry

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Congress Passes NDAA FY25: Implications for Chinese-Made Drones, U.S. Manufacturing, and National Security The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025, now awaiting President Biden’s signature, includes significant provisions affecting the drone industry. The bill has sparked responses from major stakeholders, including the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) and China’s DJI, […]

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FY25 NDAA: A Temporary Reprieve for Chinese Drones or the Beginning of the End?

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New language in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) gives U.S. agencies one year to assess security risks of Chinese drones, but the clock is ticking—and the outcome remains uncertain.  In this guest post from Matt Sloane of SkyfireAI, the real results of the legislation.  DRONELIFE neither accepts nor makes payment for guest posts. The […]

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North Dakota Proposes $15 Million to Replace Chinese-Made Drones

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Legislation Reflects National Security Concerns and State-Level Compliance Efforts North Dakota’s reliance on Chinese-made drones is under scrutiny, as nearly 90% of drones used by state agencies are manufactured in China. Rep. Mike Nathe, R-Bismarck, has introduced a bill to allocate $15 million to replace these drones. The bill mirrors similar efforts by other states, […]

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Axon Set to Acquire Dedrone to Enhance Drone Security Solutions

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The Axon Dedrone acquisition aims to expand capabilities in drone technology for public safety and national security Axon (Nasdaq: AXON), a leader in global public safety technology, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Dedrone, a pioneer in airspace security. This merger aligns Axon’s mission to protect life with Dedrone’s expertise in managing drone threats […]

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New Legislation Balances National Security Concerns with Support for U.S. Drone Industry: “Drones for First Responders Act”

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New Legislation by Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Aims to Secure Drone Use for First Responders A new legislative proposal in the U.S. Congress, known as the Drones for First Responders (DFR) Act, is poised to strike a careful balance between enhancing national security and supporting domestic drone manufacturing. This bill, introduced by Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY), […]

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