A new proposal by members of the world's largest international law firm would regulate the interactions between human beings and robots. Victor Naumov and Andrey Neznamov of Denton's law firm have developed a proposal for the first international convention on robotics. "The convention comprises 42 rules regulating people’s relationships in connection with the active … [Read more...] about The First International Convention on Robotics
Drone Privacy
Poynter Produces Drone Journalism Ethics Guidelines: Safety First
The Poynter Institute, a leading journalism training and resource center, has developed a new ethics policy for drone journalism. The policy was written by Poynter instructor Al Tompkins, in partnership with stakeholders from DJI, leading research institutions, and the National Press Photographers Association. The guidelines were developed over the course of four workshops … [Read more...] about Poynter Produces Drone Journalism Ethics Guidelines: Safety First
Will the US Government Be Able to “Track, Hack, and Destroy” Any Drone?
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?
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
