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StirlingX Raises $11 Million in Extended Seed Round

December 1, 2025 by Miriam McNabb 1 Comment

UK drone and data intelligence firm plans global growth and faster product development StirlingX has closed its extended Seed round at a total of $11 million, placing the company among Europe’s leading emerging drone and data intelligence firms. The round includes new and existing global investors and positions the UK-based company to expand its technology and operations at a … [Read more...] about StirlingX Raises $11 Million in Extended Seed Round

Unidentified Drone Incursions at Belgium Nuclear Plant Highlight Growing Critical Infrastructure Threat

November 10, 2025 by Miriam McNabb Leave a Comment

Multiple unidentified unmanned aerial vehicles recently entered restricted airspace above Belgium’s Doel Nuclear Power Plant. The event has raised serious concerns about the vulnerability of critical energy infrastructure across Europe. The incident follows several recent sightings of drones over Belgian military bases and airports. Authorities have described the activity as … [Read more...] about Unidentified Drone Incursions at Belgium Nuclear Plant Highlight Growing Critical Infrastructure Threat

Inspired Flight Drones Achieve Both Green UAS and Blue UAS Certifications

December 17, 2024 by Miriam McNabb Leave a Comment

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New Certifications Highlight NDAA Compliance and Cybersecurity Standards for Secure Drone Operations Inspired Flight has announced that its IF1200A and IF800 Tomcat drones have received Green UAS certification from the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI). These certifications ensure that the platforms meet National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) … [Read more...] about Inspired Flight Drones Achieve Both Green UAS and Blue UAS Certifications

What is Section 2209 – and Why is the Drone Industry Urging the FAA to Implement it as Fast as Possible?

July 2, 2021 by Miriam McNabb 9 Comments

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News and Commentary. What is Section 2209 of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 - and why is it so critical to the drone industry that stakeholders are urging the FAA to implement it as soon as possible? What is Section 2209? Simply, Section 2209 requires the FAA to establish defined boundaries protecting "critical infrastructure" from unauthorized drones. … [Read more...] about What is Section 2209 – and Why is the Drone Industry Urging the FAA to Implement it as Fast as Possible?

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FCC Creates New Toy Drone Exemption While Defining a Low-Risk UAS Category

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