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World politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
16 hours ago

The US risks losing a future war without cheap precision-kill weapons, top Pacific admiral warns

US forces must invest in low-cost precision weapons to avoid losing future conflicts, especially against adversaries like China.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
23 hours ago

Pairing virtual fence GPS collars with drones opens new doors for ranchers

Drones and virtual fencing are revolutionizing cattle management, offering cost-effective and efficient solutions for ranchers.
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
20 hours ago

Drones & Robotics AI Summit 2026: Entering the Quantum Era of Autonomy

Physical AI is advancing rapidly, with significant investments and innovations reshaping warfare and technology.
#iran
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFortune
21 hours ago

Iran has Trump caught on the same math that Ukraine is using against Putin: $1 million missiles, $20,000 drones | Fortune

Iran's Shahed drones, costing $20,000 to $50,000, effectively target cities and military bases, posing a significant challenge to U.S. military responses.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

What Iran Is Learning from Russia's War and Why the U.S. Should Be Concerned

War fosters innovation, leading to military adaptations and improvements in drone technology and tactics for both Iran and Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFortune
21 hours ago

Iran has Trump caught on the same math that Ukraine is using against Putin: $1 million missiles, $20,000 drones | Fortune

Iran's Shahed drones, costing $20,000 to $50,000, effectively target cities and military bases, posing a significant challenge to U.S. military responses.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

What Iran Is Learning from Russia's War and Why the U.S. Should Be Concerned

War fosters innovation, leading to military adaptations and improvements in drone technology and tactics for both Iran and Russia.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

New leaks reveal pricing and performance specs for DJI's next beginner drones

DJI is set to launch the Lito 1 and Lito X1 drones, featuring advanced cameras and obstacle avoidance systems, priced under $500.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 days ago

DRIFT celebrates LACMA's gallery opening with a glowing swarm of dancing drones

Franchise Freedom, which showed over this past weekend, builds on more than two decades of research into starling murmurations. Each drone responds to its neighbors through a shared set of behavioral rules, producing patterns that remain fluid yet legible.
Berlin music
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

AI capabilities are needed to counter drone threats, senator says

The U.S. must adopt new AI capabilities to counter the growing threat of unmanned drones used by foreign adversaries.
#ai
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Oakland is turning to AI drones to help solve its illegal dumping problem

Oakland is using AI-powered drones to identify illegal dumping locations and improve waste management efficiency.
Agriculture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

This 16-year-old refused a $300,000 offer to drop out of high school and now runs his own AI company

Rudrojas Kunvar, 16, developed Evion, an AI crop-analysis tool, and received a $300,000 offer to drop out of high school to run it.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Oakland is turning to AI drones to help solve its illegal dumping problem

Oakland is using AI-powered drones to identify illegal dumping locations and improve waste management efficiency.
Agriculture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

This 16-year-old refused a $300,000 offer to drop out of high school and now runs his own AI company

Rudrojas Kunvar, 16, developed Evion, an AI crop-analysis tool, and received a $300,000 offer to drop out of high school to run it.
#germany
Germany news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Germany summons Russian ambassador citing direct threats'

Berlin condemns Russian threats aimed at undermining support for Ukraine and asserts commitment to not be intimidated.
Germany news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Germany summons Russian ambassador citing direct threats'

Berlin condemns Russian threats aimed at undermining support for Ukraine and asserts commitment to not be intimidated.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Woman charged in US with trafficking arms to Sudan for Iranian government

An Iranian citizen was arrested for allegedly brokering arms deals with Sudan's Ministry of Defence, including drones and ammunition.
#ukraine
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Ukraine's long-range strikes prompt new Russian threat against Europe

Ukraine's drone operations have significantly impacted Russian oil infrastructure, prompting warnings from Russia to European nations involved in defense agreements.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Ukraine war briefing: Netherlands to spend almost $300m on making drones for Ukraine

The Netherlands will invest 248 million euros in drone production for Ukraine to enhance its defense against Russian attacks.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Ukraine strikes drone production, military support deal with Germany

Germany and Ukraine have formed a strategic defense partnership focusing on drone expertise and air defense support amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

This Ukrainian counter-drone company is worried about missing its moment in the Iran war

Ukraine's drone technology faces export restrictions, risking lost opportunities amid rising demand from US allies due to drone threats from Iran.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Ukraine's long-range strikes prompt new Russian threat against Europe

Ukraine's drone operations have significantly impacted Russian oil infrastructure, prompting warnings from Russia to European nations involved in defense agreements.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Ukraine war briefing: Netherlands to spend almost $300m on making drones for Ukraine

The Netherlands will invest 248 million euros in drone production for Ukraine to enhance its defense against Russian attacks.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Ukraine strikes drone production, military support deal with Germany

Germany and Ukraine have formed a strategic defense partnership focusing on drone expertise and air defense support amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
6 days ago

Secret Service is embracing new solutions to combat malicious drones, director says

The U.S. Secret Service is adopting kinetic mitigation technologies to counter drone threats for upcoming large-scale events.
#russia
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

European intelligence agencies believe Russia is supplying drones to Iran, says official

Russia is preparing to supply drones to Iran for use against US and Israel, marking a significant escalation in their military cooperation.
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

Iran war: Germany calls conflict economic 'catastrophe'

Russia is nearing completion of a drone shipment to Iran, enhancing military cooperation between the two nations.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ukraine war briefing: Russia setting up long-range drone bases in Belarus, Zelenskyy says

Russia plans to establish drone control stations in Belarus, prompting warnings and responses from Ukraine's President Zelenskyy.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

European intelligence agencies believe Russia is supplying drones to Iran, says official

Russia is preparing to supply drones to Iran for use against US and Israel, marking a significant escalation in their military cooperation.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ukraine war briefing: Russia setting up long-range drone bases in Belarus, Zelenskyy says

Russia plans to establish drone control stations in Belarus, prompting warnings and responses from Ukraine's President Zelenskyy.
Venture
fromFortune
1 week ago

Exclusive: Hyfix raises $15 million to build a U.S. alternative to DJI's drone dominance | Fortune

Hyfix Spatial Intelligence raised $15 million to develop an American-made autonomous-systems chip for drones and robots.
#military-technology
fromAxios
1 week ago
Roam Research

Exclusive: U.K.-Ukraine duo beats Americans at their own drone game

fromAxios
1 week ago
Roam Research

Exclusive: U.K.-Ukraine duo beats Americans at their own drone game

fromAnOther
1 week ago

Cao Fei's New Show Looks at Labour in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

"Technology is both the remedy and the poison," artist Cao Fei quotes Bernard Stiegler, emphasizing the complex relationship between technological advancements and their impact on human practices.
Agriculture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

The 3 Numbers You Need to Know About the Economics of War

The economics are hard to ignore. Shooting down a drone with AeroVironment's LOCUST laser system costs less than $10, using just two to five seconds of laser energy. Compare that to the interceptor missiles currently used against Iranian drone swarms, which cost orders of magnitude more and are in short supply across allied arsenals.
Venture
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 weeks ago

America's Drone Strategy Has a Supply Chain Problem

The U.S. defense technology ecosystem is shifting towards a model prioritizing rapid adaptation and drone technology in response to modern warfare challenges.
#warfare
European startups
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

The Army and Amazon are creating an online storefront to buy drones as the technology transforms the battlefield | Fortune

Drones are revolutionizing warfare, prompting the Army to create an online marketplace for rapid procurement of unmanned aircraft systems.
European startups
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

The Army and Amazon are creating an online storefront to buy drones as the technology transforms the battlefield | Fortune

Drones are revolutionizing warfare, prompting the Army to create an online marketplace for rapid procurement of unmanned aircraft systems.
#nato
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Drones are key to protecting the Arctic where humans can't, but getting them to work in the cold is a challenge

NATO requires affordable drones for effective monitoring and security in the challenging Arctic region.
Europe politics
fromTheregister
1 month ago

NATO needs layered defenses to deal with swarms of drones

NATO must develop affordable air defense systems to counter the threat of cheap, mass-produced drones, learning from Ukraine's experience.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Ukrainian troops flew a cat and a dog 7.5 miles by drone to evacuate them from the front lines, animal rights group says

Risky? Yes, but leaving them there was even more dangerous, and it would not otherwise have been possible to pick them up.
Pets
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

Mikko Hypponen says the age of viruses is over - now he's building defences against drones - Silicon Canals

Mikko Hyppönen is applying cybersecurity methods to develop anti-drone systems at Sensofusion, focusing on drone communication detection.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

After fighting malware for decades, this cybersecurity veteran is now hacking drones | TechCrunch

Mikko Hyppönen emphasizes the invisible nature of cybersecurity work, comparing it to Tetris where successes vanish and failures accumulate.
Information security
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

Mikko Hypponen says the age of viruses is over - now he's building defences against drones - Silicon Canals

Mikko Hyppönen is applying cybersecurity methods to develop anti-drone systems at Sensofusion, focusing on drone communication detection.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

After fighting malware for decades, this cybersecurity veteran is now hacking drones | TechCrunch

Mikko Hyppönen emphasizes the invisible nature of cybersecurity work, comparing it to Tetris where successes vanish and failures accumulate.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Libyan military leader may have combat drones despite UN embargo

Khalifa Haftar's forces may have acquired Chinese and Turkish drones at Al Khadim airbase, despite a UN weapons embargo.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 weeks ago

US allies are scrambling to buy Ukraine's counter-drone tech, but gear alone isn't enough to defeat the Shahed threat

American allies must develop comprehensive air defense systems against drones, not just purchase technology from Ukraine.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

Missing kangaroo found after scaling tall fence at Wisconsin farm

I was putting on about 37,000 steps per day looking for him. I haven't done so much exercise in a very long time.
Pets
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Finland reports drone crashes, alleges territorial violation

Finland reported suspected territorial violations by drones, with investigations ongoing after two drones crashed in the country.
Washington DC
fromArs Technica
4 weeks ago

BRINC's new police drone uses Starlink, carries Narcan, chases vehicles at 60mph

BRINC's drones are increasingly adopted by U.S. cities as part of the drone as first responder system, with significant contracts and innovations.
NYC startup
fromTechCrunch
4 weeks ago

A former Thiel fellow's startup just launched a drone it says can replace police helicopters | TechCrunch

Brinc aims to revolutionize public safety with its advanced drone technology, particularly the new Guardian model designed to replace police helicopters.
#espionage
Germany news
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 weeks ago

Security forces arrest two suspected Russian spies in Germany and Spain

Two individuals were arrested for allegedly spying on a businessman supplying drones to Ukraine, with intentions possibly including his assassination.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

Germany detains two suspected of spying for Russia

Two suspects have been accused of spying for Russia, targeting a German national supplying drones to Ukraine.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

Germany detains two of suspected spying for Russia

Two suspects have been accused of spying for Russia, targeting a German national supplying drones to Ukraine.
Germany news
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 weeks ago

Security forces arrest two suspected Russian spies in Germany and Spain

Two individuals were arrested for allegedly spying on a businessman supplying drones to Ukraine, with intentions possibly including his assassination.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

Germany detains two suspected of spying for Russia

Two suspects have been accused of spying for Russia, targeting a German national supplying drones to Ukraine.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

Germany detains two of suspected spying for Russia

Two suspects have been accused of spying for Russia, targeting a German national supplying drones to Ukraine.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 weeks ago

Anduril's president says the firm is a 'heavy' participant in the Middle East war, helping to battle Iran's Shaheds

Anduril has been 'for the most part, a defensive company in the Middle East' as the war rages into its fourth week, according to Matthew Steckman.
European startups
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

PMRA proposal could fast-track drone spraying for Canadian farms

The proposal would allow drones to apply products already registered for aerial use, provided applications follow existing label requirements, including water volumes and use conditions.
Canada news
US news
fromKansas City Star
1 month ago

KCPD expands drone security ahead of World Cup despite privacy concerns

Drones will enhance security and monitoring for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Kansas City, despite raising privacy concerns.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Politics live: new standards for datacentres being built in Australia; report warns of drone threat

Governments are unprepared for the rising threat of drones in terror attacks, necessitating a reevaluation of anti-extremism strategies.
NYC parents
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Quadcopter Drone Caught Trying to Deliver Hunting Knives to Inmates in Prison

Drones are increasingly used to smuggle contraband into prisons, posing a significant security threat.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Middle East crisis live: Trump considering winding down' war as US eases sanctions on Iranian oil; Israel launches retaliatory strikes

Saudi Arabia continues to intercept drones, condemning Israeli strikes on Syria as aggression and urging international intervention.
#barksdale-air-force-base
Science
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Multiple waves of unidentified drones swarm over US Air Force base

Unauthorized drones repeatedly invaded Barksdale Air Force Base, evading military jamming technology and raising security concerns over sensitive areas.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Alarming Number of Unauthorized Drones' Spotted Over US Air Base

Unidentified drones were spotted over Barksdale Air Force Base, prompting a shelter-in-place order and raising security concerns amid tensions with Iran.
Science
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Multiple waves of unidentified drones swarm over US Air Force base

Unauthorized drones repeatedly invaded Barksdale Air Force Base, evading military jamming technology and raising security concerns over sensitive areas.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Alarming Number of Unauthorized Drones' Spotted Over US Air Base

Unidentified drones were spotted over Barksdale Air Force Base, prompting a shelter-in-place order and raising security concerns amid tensions with Iran.
World politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The U.S. needs to master Ukraine's cheap drone strategy

The U.S. military's traditional weaponry is ill-equipped for modern warfare, as demonstrated by Iran's use of inexpensive drones against costly U.S. systems.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

UK agrees drone defence plan with four EU allies

Britain is to develop new air defence weapons alongside the EU's four biggest military powers, deepening ties with the European defence sector. The project will invite manufacturers in the UK, Germany, France, Italy and Poland to submit plans to build low-cost missiles and autonomous drones. The allies are pledging a speedy process to build the weapons together, inspired by Ukraine's development of cheap drones to counter attacks from Russia.
UK politics
US politics
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Eric Trump Pouring Funding Into "Low Cost-Per-Kill" Drone Corporation

Eric Trump is involved in a $1.5 billion deal to take Israeli drone-maker Xtend public, linking the Trump family to Pentagon contracts and Gaza-related strikes.
#waste-crime
#military-training
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

US president's son Eric Trump invests in drone maker with gov't contracts

Eric Trump is investing in a $1.5bn merger between Israeli drone maker Xtend and JFB Construction while Xtend holds Pentagon contracts and Gaza-used drones.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

The Secret Life of a Winter Olympics Drone

You have a very important role! As a first-person-view camera drone, you soar high above the action at the Milan Cortina Games, capturing aerial footage of Olympic athletes as they fly through the snow and slide down the ice. You will zoom around at speeds of up to 75 miles per hour, capturing immersive, verité-style footage that makes these inherently exciting sports feel even more exciting. You make the luge come alive!
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US news
fromFortune
2 months ago

From 'The Lord of the Skies' to drones over El Paso, Mexican cartels have a long history of airborne drug fleets | Fortune

Criminal groups use drones to modernize operations—smuggle fentanyl, coordinate migrant crossings, surveil territory, and fight rival cartels and Mexican authorities along the U.S. southern border.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

El Paso airport closed for nine hours after US detects Mexican cartel drones

Flights at El Paso Airport were suspended for nine hours after drones from a Mexican cartel crossed from Mexico and were neutralized; airspace later reopened.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US blames Mexican cartel drones for El Paso airspace closure

Drones operated by Mexican drug cartels breached US airspace near El Paso; US forces disabled them and the FAA briefly closed then reopened the airspace.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Are drones, AI making it harder to fight armed groups in the Sahel?

The brazen attack on the international airport and nearby military airbase in Niamey, Niger's capital, came overnight between January 28 and 29. Balls of orange fire flew across the sky as the Nigerien army attempted to respond while residents ducked for cover and whispered prayers, as shown in videos on social media. ISIL (ISIS) in Sahel Province, or ISSP a Niger-based outfit earlier known as the ISIL affiliate in the Greater Sahara or ISGS has since claimed responsibility
World news
Gadgets
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Here's why the Olympics drones fly so fast

Custom-built agile drones provide first-person, athlete-level aerial perspectives of the 2026 Winter Games, enhancing broadcast coverage with immersive, motion-focused footage.
Gadgets
fromAxios
2 months ago

Drones are giving fans new angles on the Olympics

Drones provide immersive, athlete-perspective camera coverage at the Olympics, flying parallel behind competitors across most sports with skilled, sport-aware pilots.
#starlink
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Gather AI, maker of 'curious' warehouse drones, lands $40M led by Keith Block's firm | TechCrunch

Gather AI provides curiosity-driven AI for warehouse cameras and drones to monitor inventory, detect issues, and integrate findings into warehouse management systems.
Gadgets
fromEngadget
2 years ago

The best tech gifts and cool gadgets for 2026

Versatile headphones, beginner-friendly drones, and compact portable speakers are top tech gift picks offering ANC, subject tracking, waterproofing, portability, and affordable pricing.
Gadgets
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Police in Detroit Suburb Install Hives That Can Instantly Deploy Drones to Fight Crime

Dearborn launched a Drone as First Responder program using Skydio drones and dock hives to quickly assess incidents and augment police response.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

US Army seeks autonomous bio, chemical cleanup bots

The Army recently published a Request For Information on Autonomous Decontamination Systems (ADS) to see what might be out there in the existing commercial market to help its Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) troops more easily clean up contaminated vehicles, infrastructure, and terrain. "ADS will reduce manpower and optimize resources required for decontamination operations while mitigating the risk of exposure of warfighters to Chemical and Biological Warfare Agents through robotic means," the Army said in its RFI.
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