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Alpine Eagle and Origin Robotics partner to strengthen European drone defence capabilities
Alpine Eagle, the European counter-drone defence technology company, and Origin Robotics, the Latvian developer of
Read Full Story →Unusual Machines Makes $30 Million Strategic Equity Investment in Powerus to Scale U.S. Autonomous Drone Manufacturing Infrastructure
Autonomous Power Corporation, doing business as “Powerus,” today announced a $30 million strategic investment from
Read Full Story →Veteran Counter Drone Leader John Knag Joins MatrixSpace
With the rapid growth of the MatrixSpace business, John Knag joins as Vice President of Product. An
Read Full Story →FBI thwarts multi-drone terror plot targeting Trump’s White House UFC event
Law enforcement disrupted a complex plan to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event on the South Lawn using explosive-laden drones and snipers, according to federal officials.
Read Full Story →European Defense Firms Partner on Sensor-to-Interceptor Counter-Drone Network
European companies combine detection, command-and-control, and interception technologies in layered air defense approach European counter-drone company Alpine Eagle and Latvian defense technology firm Origin Robotics have signed a memorandum of …
Read Full Story →From “Predictable Surprise” to Policy Priority: The Push for Faster Counter-Drone Deployment
As the planned attack on the White House highlights, drone threats are evolving faster than response capabilities. The reported disruption of a planned drone attack targeting a UFC event on …
Read Full Story →Japan Agriculture Drone Market Projected to Reach $357.8M by 2034
This article published in collaboration with JUIDA, the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association.   A new report from Tokyo-based Market Research Center sizes Japan’s agriculture drone market at $104.8 million …
Read Full Story →DJI presents FCC with report finding no drone security threats
DJI has taken its campaign against the Federal Communications Commission’s drone restrictions directly to the agency’s leadership, formally submitting an independent cybersecurity assessment that found no evidence supporting many of …
Read Full Story →DJI unveils new signal-boosting O4 Ground Station for drones
DJI is taking aim at one of the biggest challenges drone pilots face: maintaining a strong, reliable connection when flying in difficult environments. The company has unveiled the DJI O4 …
Read Full Story →DARPA invites first wave of Lift Challenge competitors
72 teams invited to fly novel drone designs, compete for $6.5M in prizes, more invites
Read Full Story →Skyrover X1 Review: looks like a DJI alternative, but it’s not
Many major manufacturers want to build a drone that weighs very little, fits into a small bag, and captures high-quality photos. The Skyrover X1 bundle is a new entry into …
Read Full Story →The best drone deals of June 2026
June is a solid month for drone deals — and if you can hold out a few more weeks, Amazon Prime Day runs June 23-26, 2026, which historically delivers some …
Read Full Story →WaiV Robotics Brings Autonomous Drone Recovery at Sea to U.S. Offshore Operators
As offshore energy assets move farther from shore, operators face growing challenges in inspection, maintenance, and emergency response. This week, maritime autonomous infrastructure developer WaiV Robotics announced its official entry …
Read Full Story →Terra Drone Establishes Estonia-Based Defense Subsidiary to Support European Expansion
New company reflects broader shift from commercial drone services to defense and counter-drone systems Japan’s Terra Drone Corporation has established a new company in Estonia, creating a European base for …
Read Full Story →DJI vs Insta360: The creator-tech cold war is officially over
DJI picked quite a day to sue. Just as Insta360 was celebrating the launch of its highly anticipated Luna Ultra camera — a Leica-powered 8K handheld gimbal camera aimed squarely …
Read Full Story →WingXpand’s backpack drone aims to transform disaster response with one quirky feature
St. Louis-based aerospace manufacturer WingXpand announced this week its participation in the Verizon Community Disaster Resilience Innovation Accelerator powered by MassChallenge, and it’s a sign that WingXpand could grow its …
Read Full Story →DJI’s cheapest drone is even cheaper right now
If you’ve been waiting for an excuse to try a drone without spending a fortune, DJI may have just handed you one. The company’s palm-sized Neo drone is now available …
Read Full Story →DJI Pocket camera has a new Leica-powered rival
For years, creators looking for a compact stabilized camera have largely gravitated toward DJI’s Pocket series. Now, Insta360 is stepping into that space with what may be its most ambitious …
Read Full Story →What’s the best drone for small business marketing?
Next up in our “Ask Drone Girl” series is about drones for small business marketing content. If you have a question for Drone Girl, contact her here. I own a …
Read Full Story →Walmart and Wing expand drone delivery to New Orleans, Philly, Phoenix, Bay Area and others
Walmart and Wing are making a major push to expand their drone delivery network, announcing seven new U.S. metro areas tthis week: Memphis, New Orleans, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Diego, San …
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