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Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review Tackles Key Issues for 2025, Featuring Matt Sloane of SkyfireAI

January 3, 2025 by Miriam McNabb Leave a Comment

Join us on Tuesday, January 7, at 3:00 PM EST for the first episode of the Public Safety Drone Review in 2025. This month’s session will address some of the most pressing topics shaping the drone industry in the new year, including proposed bans on Chinese-manufactured drones, new models for Drones as First Responder (DFR) programs, and the potential impacts of the Trump Administration on public safety drone use.

The event will feature Matt Sloane, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at SkyfireAI. Register here for this free live event presented by DRONERESPONDERS in collaboration with DRONELIFE.

Featuring Special Guest Matt Sloane, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, SkyfireAI

With over a decade of experience at the intersection of public safety and drone technology, Matt Sloane has been instrumental in helping agencies across the country integrate drones into their critical incident response protocols. Before co-founding SkyfireAI, Matt served as a medical news producer at CNN and worked as an EMT, bringing firsthand knowledge of emergency response to his work. He is also a licensed pilot and an active participant in shaping drone regulations and policies.

Sloane’s expertise and practical experience make him uniquely qualified to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the drone industry in 2025.

Hot Issues on the Agenda

This month’s episode of the Public Safety Drone Review will explore:

  • Proposed Bans on Chinese Drones: How potential regulations could impact public safety agencies and their operations.
  • Innovative Models for Drones as First Responder (DFR) Programs: Exploring new strategies and technologies that improve response times and efficiency.
  • The Impacts of a Trump Administration: Examining potential policy changes and their implications for the public safety drone sector.

As co-founder of SkyfireAI, a company at the forefront of public safety drone solutions, Matt Sloane offers a strategic perspective on how agencies can adapt to these challenges while leveraging drone technology for maximum impact.

Stay Informed and Engaged

The Public Safety Drone Review is your go-to resource for understanding the evolving landscape of public safety issues, drone regulations, and cutting-edge technology. Don’t miss this January 7 episode to gain insights on how the public safety drone industry is preparing for the challenges of 2025.

Register for this free event here.

Missed an episode?  Catch up on the DRONELIFE TV YouTube channel!

Read more from Matt Sloane:

  • SkyfireAI’s 2025 Drone Industry Forecast: What Last Year’s Predictions Got Right – and What’s Next
  • SkyfireAI is On the Ground for Hurricane Response: An Inside Look at the Mission
  • FY25 NDAA: A Temporary Reprieve for Chinese Drones or the Beginning of the End?

 

Miriam McNabb

Miriam McNabb is the Editor-in-Chief of DRONELIFE and CEO of JobForDrones, a professional drone services marketplace, and a fascinated observer of the emerging drone industry and the regulatory environment for drones. Miriam has penned over 3,000 articles focused on the commercial drone space and is an international speaker and recognized figure in the industry.  Miriam has a degree from the University of Chicago and over 20 years of experience in high tech sales and marketing for new technologies.
For drone industry consulting or writing, Email Miriam.

TWITTER:@spaldingbarker

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