This week, the United States, Japan, India, and Australia—collectively known as the Quad—announced the launch of the Quad Critical Minerals Initiative, a major step to secure and diversify global supply chains for minerals vital to advanced technologies. The agreement, unveiled at a high-level meeting in Washington, D.C., is a direct response to growing concerns over China’s … [Read more...] about Quad Nations Launch Critical Minerals Initiative: What It Means for the Drone Industry
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Skyways Secures $5 Million to Boost Production of Autonomous Cargo Drones
New Funding Accelerates Delivery of V3 Aircraft for U.S. Department of Defense Skyways, an Austin-based designer and manufacturer of long-range autonomous cargo drones, has secured a $5 million credit investment from Leonid Capital Partners. This new debt facility is aimed at speeding up production of Skyways’ V3 unmanned aircraft for the U.S. Department of Defense. Funding … [Read more...] about Skyways Secures $5 Million to Boost Production of Autonomous Cargo Drones
DJI Launches Power 2000: Compact, High-Capacity Portable Power Station
New Model Offers Fast Charging and Versatile Power Solutions for Home, Travel, and Content Creation DJI, a global leader in drone and camera technology, has announced the release of the DJI Power 2000 Portable Power Station. This new product aims to meet the growing need for reliable, portable energy for a wide range of users, from homeowners to outdoor enthusiasts and content … [Read more...] about DJI Launches Power 2000: Compact, High-Capacity Portable Power Station
Are RTK Modules a cyber weak spot for Drones? Sure hope not.
Examining the Cybersecurity Risks and Resilience of RTK Modules in Drone Navigation Systems by DRONELIFE Contributor T. Seth Ford (Drone615, Nashville, TN) Understanding the GPS and Space Economy Framework According to GPS.gov, the official website for government information concerning the United States’ Global Positioning System (GPS), it is comprised of three segments: the … [Read more...] about Are RTK Modules a cyber weak spot for Drones? Sure hope not.
Dronescape: What Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Means for the Commercial and Dual-Use Drone Industry
Trump's Big Beautiful Bill and Drones The reconciliation package formally titled the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is best known for its tax provisions, but it also embeds an expansive suite of unmanned systems funding that could reshape the U.S. drone ecosystem for years to come. Below is a focused review of the bill’s drone-related elements and their likely impact on … [Read more...] about Dronescape: What Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Means for the Commercial and Dual-Use Drone Industry
