Last week's accident involving a drone and a triathlete in Australia brings to the forefront the issue of drone safety and liability. And with the issue of drone safety and liability comes the discussion of licensing and registration. The accidents and risks are real. Remember the Wyoming groom (YouTube video below) who almost didn't get to say "I Do" as a result of being … [Read more...] about Drone License and Registration, Please!
Uber for Drones: Meet GoFor
It's early, but it makes sense. A great deal of sense! Last week, GoFor, a Bay Area startup announced the launch of its new mobile app (with the same name), a service designed to provide drones on demand. With the same dynamics of Uber or Lyft, GoFor connects those that have a need for a drone with those that have a drone and are willing to perform the requested video … [Read more...] about Uber for Drones: Meet GoFor
iRobot Co-Founder: 2015 is The Year of the Protecting and Inspecting Drone
Helen Greiner co-founded iRobot fourteen years ago. Last week, she was back at DEMO (this time Demo Labs) to present her new startup CyPhy Works where she is co-founder and CEO. CyPhy Works is developing “Unmanned Ariel Systems” or drones for industrial applications. In her presentation, Greiner predicts the evolution of the non-military drone industry over the next five … [Read more...] about iRobot Co-Founder: 2015 is The Year of the Protecting and Inspecting Drone
Will Your Local Police Department Sick the Drones On You?
Not if State legislatures have anything to do about it! Across the country, States are carefully crafting laws to limit the use of drones by law enforcement agencies. Apparently, the accompanying image by artist Essam Attia is enough to scare of all those asking, “If you have nothing to hide, you have nothing to fear”? Essam Attia was arrested for replacing … [Read more...] about Will Your Local Police Department Sick the Drones On You?
Banner Drones – Tomorrow’s Sky?
The year was 2012 and you were on your way to your local high school to cast your vote for the 44th President of the United States. As you searched for a parking space in the crowded lot, you noticed the many campaign workers who were tirelessly promoting their candidate with colorful political signs and banners. Fast forward to 2016. You are on your way to your local high … [Read more...] about Banner Drones – Tomorrow’s Sky?
