For clarity and depth, we’ve divided our coverage of the recent Congressional hearing on drone activity into two parts. This article, Part 1, focuses on federal officials’ testimony regarding unexplained drone incursions in New York and New Jersey and the broader challenges facing counter-drone operations. Part 2 will delve into insights from private-sector experts on this … [Read more...] about Congressional Hearing Reveals Gaps in Counter-Drone Readiness Amid Concerns About N.Y./N.J. Drone Sightings
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Advancing Autonomy: Ondas and Autonomy Institute Collaborate to Place Drone Infrastructure on Texas SH130 Corridor
Intelligent Infrastructure Economic Zone to Support Inspections, Public Safety, and Economic Growth with Optimus Drone Systems by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab The Autonomy Institute, a group of more than 300 corporate partners aiming to advance autonomy technology in the United States, and Ondas Holdings Inc., a US-based autonomous drone developer, recently announced … [Read more...] about Advancing Autonomy: Ondas and Autonomy Institute Collaborate to Place Drone Infrastructure on Texas SH130 Corridor
China’s Export Restrictions on Drone Parts Could Reshape Global Supply Chains
Limitations May Impact Ukraine, the U.S., and Europe as Drone Technology Evolves in Wartime The Chinese government plans to implement stricter controls on the export of drone parts in early 2025. This shift is already affecting manufacturers and buyers across the globe. According to reports, Chinese companies have reduced or halted sales of batteries, motors, and flight … [Read more...] about China’s Export Restrictions on Drone Parts Could Reshape Global Supply Chains
FY25 NDAA: A Temporary Reprieve for Chinese Drones or the Beginning of the End?
New language in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) gives U.S. agencies one year to assess security risks of Chinese drones, but the clock is ticking—and the outcome remains uncertain. In this guest post from Matt Sloane of SkyfireAI, the real results of the legislation. DRONELIFE neither accepts nor makes payment for guest posts. The question of Chinese drone bans … [Read more...] about FY25 NDAA: A Temporary Reprieve for Chinese Drones or the Beginning of the End?
DJI Responds, Calls for Fair Assessment in NDAA Drone Legislation
Chinese Drone Manufacturer Expresses Concerns Over Security and Process Provisions in Proposed Law Background on NDAA Section 1709 The FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes Section 1709, which seeks to evaluate potential risks posed by certain Chinese-manufactured drones. This section mandates a national security agency to assess the risks of … [Read more...] about DJI Responds, Calls for Fair Assessment in NDAA Drone Legislation