OnDefend audit found no critical or high-risk vulnerabilities in tested DJI systems DJI has released the results of an independent cybersecurity assessment conducted by U.S.-based security firm OnDefend, as the company continues its appeal of inclusion on the Federal Communications Commission’s Covered List. The assessment examined two DJI drone systems, the DJI Air 3S and … [Read more...] about DJI Releases Independent Security Assessment as FCC Covered List Debate Continues
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Drone Dominance: The Defense Department’s Push to Build a Scalable U.S. Drone Supply Chain
At this morning’s keynote roundtable at XPONENTIAL 2026, government and industry leaders outlined a new phase in the effort to scale the U.S. drone industry: moving from innovation and prototype development to industrial production, supply chain scrutiny, and rapid military acquisition. Moderated by Michael Robbins of AUVSI, the panel focused on the Department of Defense’s … [Read more...] about Drone Dominance: The Defense Department’s Push to Build a Scalable U.S. Drone Supply Chain
Headlines on Chinese Drones May Mislead: Why Commerce Department Reports Do Not Change the FCC’s Foreign Drone Ruling
Recent headlines suggesting that the U.S. government has “dropped a plan to crack down on Chinese drones” have caused confusion across the drone industry. Coverage from outlets including Reuters and the South China Morning Post reported that the U.S. Department of Commerce withdrew a proposal that would have imposed restrictions on Chinese-made drones, citing national security … [Read more...] about Headlines on Chinese Drones May Mislead: Why Commerce Department Reports Do Not Change the FCC’s Foreign Drone Ruling
U.S. Officials Call for Commerce Investigation Amid Growing Scrutiny of DJI and Other Chinese Tech Firms
U.S. Lawmakers Urge Commerce Department to Probe China-Tied Tech in Drone Sector A consortium of U.S. congressional leaders has formally urged the U.S. Department of Commerce to investigate technology products linked to China across critical industries, with a particular mention of unmanned systems and the drone sector. In a letter dated October 30, 2025, the Chairs of four … [Read more...] about U.S. Officials Call for Commerce Investigation Amid Growing Scrutiny of DJI and Other Chinese Tech Firms
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.
