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The US Army says it's scrapping a new light assault vehicle that got 'too heavy'

Agile

Cheap drone swarms for helicopter fights - This is just one of the ways Hegseth wants to remake the Army for the next war

The US Army is undergoing significant restructuring to prioritize drone technology, artillery systems, and modernization for future warfare.

US news

How the US military is training a drone army 400 miles from Ukraine

Alternative transportation

The US Army says it's scrapping a new light assault vehicle that got 'too heavy'

Agile

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Cheap drone swarms for helicopter fights - This is just one of the ways Hegseth wants to remake the Army for the next war

The US Army is undergoing significant restructuring to prioritize drone technology, artillery systems, and modernization for future warfare.

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This Ridiculously Tiny FPV Drone with a DJI 1080p Camera Is Lighter Than Your AirPods Case - Yanko Design

The Pavo Femto is unapologetically digital, pairing with the DJI O4 Air Unit to serve up 4K/60fps footage while its competitors in the micro class are still fussing with analog snow.

Gadgets

#ukraine-war

fromPoynter

US politics

Covering the war in Ukraine: a Q&A with NewsNation's Robert Sherman - Poynter

Russo-Ukrainian War

Drones in Ukraine show the way Western militaries are run is 'outdated,' UK warns

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US politics

Covering the war in Ukraine: a Q&A with NewsNation's Robert Sherman - Poynter

Drones in Ukraine show the way Western militaries are run is 'outdated,' UK warns

Western military strategies are outdated due to rapid drone technology evolution as shown by the Ukraine war.

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#artificial-intelligence

fromWIRED

Artificial intelligence

A Hiker Was Missing for Nearly a Year-Until an AI System Recognized His Helmet

Artificial intelligence

Drone Wars: Former Google CEO Urges U.S. to Learn from Ukraine's AI-Powered Warfare | HackerNoon

1 year ago

Women in technology

The HackerNoon Newsletter: The Drone Tech Arms Race in Ukraine (6/5/2025) | HackerNoon

fromWIRED

Artificial intelligence

A Hiker Was Missing for Nearly a Year-Until an AI System Recognized His Helmet

Artificial intelligence

Drone Wars: Former Google CEO Urges U.S. to Learn from Ukraine's AI-Powered Warfare | HackerNoon

Eric Schmidt advocates for U.S. military to adopt AI and automated systems for future warfare strategies.

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1 year ago

Women in technology

The HackerNoon Newsletter: The Drone Tech Arms Race in Ukraine (6/5/2025) | HackerNoon

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2 weeks ago

DJI couldn't confirm or deny it disguised this drone to evade a US ban

DJI's drones are largely absent from the U.S. market, leading to alternatives like the SkyRover X1, closely resembling DJI products.

Django

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3 weeks ago

WATCH: Drone Saves Lost Dachshund From Clutches of Coyote in Harrowing Video

A drone was used to successfully rescue a dachsund from a coyote attack.

Tech industry

fromTechCrunch

3 weeks ago

Robot guard dogs help Asylon raise a $26M Series B | TechCrunch

Asylon raised $26 million to enhance its robotic security services, which include drones and modified robotic dogs.

fromConsequence

Metallica Force Pentagon to Pull Video Touting Drone Program Over Unauthorized Use of "Enter Sandman"

The Department of Defense faced a copyright issue after posting a video highlighting drone capabilities set to 'Enter Sandman' by Metallica, requiring the video to be removed.

US politics

#ukraine

EU data protection

Ukraine urges hundreds of companies to help with air defences and drones - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

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Miscellaneous

Can Ukraine drone builders help rearm Europe? DW 07/10/2025

Russo-Ukrainian War

Russian ambassaodor to the UK warns Britain is risking 'World War III' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

fromThe Atlantic

Russo-Ukrainian War

The Ukrainians Ushered in a New Era of Warfare

Ukraine executed a complex drone operation against Russian airfields, showcasing its military ingenuity and the evolving capabilities of drone technology.

fromTheregister

Video games

UK bans game controller exports to Russia

The UK is banning video game controller exports to Russia to prevent their use in piloting drones in Ukraine.

EU data protection

Ukraine urges hundreds of companies to help with air defences and drones - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

fromwww.dw.com

Miscellaneous

Can Ukraine drone builders help rearm Europe? DW 07/10/2025

Russian ambassaodor to the UK warns Britain is risking 'World War III' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Kelin warns Ukraine's drone strike risks escalating the conflict to nuclear war.

Ukraine's successful drone attack on Russian airbases causes significant concern for escalating tensions.

fromThe Atlantic

The Ukrainians Ushered in a New Era of Warfare

Ukraine executed a complex drone operation against Russian airfields, showcasing its military ingenuity and the evolving capabilities of drone technology.

Video games

fromTheregister

UK bans game controller exports to Russia

The UK is banning video game controller exports to Russia to prevent their use in piloting drones in Ukraine.

more#ukraine

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fromThe American Conservative

NYC temporarily shuts down Queens beaches after sharks swim dangerously close to Fourth of July crowd

These sightings were very close to beachgoers. But thanks to drone tech, lifeguards, and the dedicated professionals at @nycemergencymgt, we're keeping everyone safe as they enjoy the holiday.

New York City

Right-wing politics

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

The U.S. Needs Its Own Drone Industry to Counter China

Mithril Defense develops drones with pepper sprays for school-shooting intervention, pioneering security solutions in the U.S.

Entertainment Meets Engineering with These Drone Shows

Drone light shows are increasingly replacing fireworks due to safety and environmental concerns.

US Navy warships are training to survive the naval nightmares that wrecked Russia's Black Sea Fleet

Amid rapid changes in naval warfare, a ship today could find itself suddenly facing a swarm of small, fast, uncrewed vessels ready to strike hard right at the waterline - a potentially critical hit.

US politics

fromSilicon Canals

German drone tech firm Wingcopter raises fresh funds

"We are excited to partner with Wingcopter as we share the team's vision to drive meaningful change."

Tech industry

London startup

fromComputerWeekly.com

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Long-range drones to fly across UK's critical national infrastructure | Computer Weekly

The CAA has approved BVLOS drone flights to enhance the UK's rail network's efficiency and safety.

Forget DJI - Ruko's 4K Drone Packs A Stunning 4K Camera In A $280 Price Tag - Yanko Design

The Ruko U11MINI 4K drone prioritizes accessibility and ease of use for everyday consumers, making aerial photography attainable for all.

UK drone manufacturing could support 600,000 jobs and be worth 40 billion - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

A UK drone hub could create 600,000 jobs and contribute £40 billion to the economy.

fromFast Company

Supersonic air travel gets green light in U.S. after 50-year ban lifted

"For more than fifty years, outdated and overly restrictive regulations have grounded the promise of supersonic flight, stifling American ingenuity and weakening our global competitiveness in aviation."

US news

San Francisco

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'We're going to be covering the entire city with drones': Billionaire's donation to SFPD accepted

The San Francisco Police Commission accepted a $9.4 million donation to enhance the police drone program and surveillance capabilities.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Saratoga city commissioners to lead scenic hike through park, preserve

The Saratoga Parks and Recreation Commission is leading a scenic 5.4-mile hike at Stevens Creek County Park on June 14, which participants can register for online.

SF parents

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fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

City to trial flotation device-dropping drones for beach swimmers in distress this summer | amNewYork

Drones will be used this summer to drop flotation devices for distressed swimmers, enhancing beach safety.

Drone-based robot concept can enhance safety in dangerous, urban places - Yanko Design

GARDI is an autonomous patrol robot designed to enhance public safety in inadequately surveilled areas, providing a visible deterrent and a communication link to authorities.

Alternative transportation

Here's how Palmer Luckey's Anduril wants to beat General Atomics for the US Air Force's next big bet

We tried to eliminate really every bottleneck we could find around what makes an aircraft hard to produce.

Startup companies

Russia's new drone-launched cruise missile is crammed with parts from Kyiv's allies, Ukraine says

The Russian 'Banderol' cruise missile contains parts from allied countries, raising concerns about Russia's evasion of international sanctions.

fromZDNET

I tested DJI's latest flagship drone, and it's straight from the future (with one caveat)

The Mavic 4 Pro delivers exceptional performance with its advanced camera system, impressive flight distance, and extended battery life, setting a new standard for consumer drones.

Marketing tech

Roam Research

fromwww.mercurynews.com

California police use drone to find burglary suspect hiding in ceiling of shopping center

Oceanside police used a drone to locate a burglary suspect hiding in a ceiling, illustrating modern law enforcement's innovative techniques.

Digital life

fromFast Company

This Soviet-inspired drone could be Greenland's greatest defense against Russia-and JD Vance

Greenland's vast and complex coastline demands innovative surveillance solutions due to increased interest from neocolonial powers.

How televised drone racing gave birth to a new company now making cutting-edge tech for the US military

Performance Drone Works is a pioneer in the domestic drone market, transitioning from drone racing to military technology.

Check out the Royal Air Force's new StormShroud drone made to jam enemy radars and clear the way for F-35s and Typhoon fighters

The UK unveiled StormShroud, a new drone that jams enemy radars to support fighter jets like the F-35 and Typhoon.

Artificial intelligence

fromZDNET

Anthropic finds alarming 'emerging trends' in Claude misuse report

Generative AI tools like Claude are increasingly being misused by both skilled and unskilled actors for malicious purposes.

fromTheregister

NTT creates a drone that triggers and catches lightning

"The rapid increase in local electric field strength triggered a lightning strike directed at the drone," NTT's announcement states.

NYC startup

fromTechCrunch