According to draft legislation distributed to several congressional committees, the government wants the power to "track, hack, and destroy" any drone that might pose a threat to security. The document was uncovered by the New York Times, who says that "The Trump administration is asking Congress to give the federal government sweeping powers to track, hack and destroy any … [Read more...] about Will the US Government Be Able to “Track, Hack, and Destroy” Any Drone?
Drone Privacy
Are Drone Regulations Protecting Your Privacy?
Federal and state or local drone regulations are often focused on protecting privacy. But are more regulations really the way to protect you? Maybe not, say industry experts. When Senator Market (D-MA) introduced legislation earlier this month aimed at drone privacy, the industry issued a collective groan. The proposal - the Drone Aircraft Privacy and Transparency Act of … [Read more...] about Are Drone Regulations Protecting Your Privacy?
Sweden Backs Down on Camera Drone Ban
The Swedish government announced a proposal last week to exempt civilian drones from a previous decision which severely limited the use of camera drones. Camera Drones and Surveillance Cameras The Swedish Supreme Administrative Court decided last fall to include photos taken by drones in the same category as surveillance cameras. Surveillance cameras are heavily … [Read more...] about Sweden Backs Down on Camera Drone Ban
Sen. Markey Submits Drone Privacy Act: More Obstacles for the Industry
Senator Ed Markey (D-MA) submitted the Drone Aircraft Privacy and Transparency Act of 2017 on March 15, creating a significant layer of obstacles for drone integration and drone businesses. Today, the Commercial Drone Alliance came out in opposition to the Act, which the Alliance says will create a significant administrative burden for drone businesses while actually … [Read more...] about Sen. Markey Submits Drone Privacy Act: More Obstacles for the Industry
The Kentucky “Drone Slayer” Case Dismissed
The case against the Kentucky man who shot down a drone flying over his property has been dismissed by a US District Court, citing "lack of subject matter jurisdiction." In July of 2015, William Meredith of KY shot down a drone belonging to David Boggs as it flew over his property. While Meredith was subsequently arrested on a criminal mischief charge, local judge Rebecca … [Read more...] about The Kentucky “Drone Slayer” Case Dismissed
