The Role of Drones in Protecting High-Profile Events: A Lesson from the Trump Rally Shooting On July 13, a tragic incident unfolded at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where a gunman, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from a rooftop near where former President Donald Trump was speaking. This event resulted in the death of one rallygoer and serious … [Read more...] about Why Didn’t the Secret Service Use Drones to Protect Former President Trump?
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Axon Set to Acquire Dedrone to Enhance Drone Security Solutions
The Axon Dedrone acquisition aims to expand capabilities in drone technology for public safety and national security Axon (Nasdaq: AXON), a leader in global public safety technology, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Dedrone, a pioneer in airspace security. This merger aligns Axon’s mission to protect life with Dedrone’s expertise in … [Read more...] about Axon Set to Acquire Dedrone to Enhance Drone Security Solutions
In NJ, Cranford Police Use Drones for Hurrican Ida Response and More
Cranford Police Department Uses Drones in Hurricane Ida Response Efforts by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian M. Crosby Recently, the Town of Cranford, New Jersey Police Department incorporated a drone program into its equipment arsenal. This addition to the Department provided aid in a number of missions during and after Hurricane Ida, such as the rapid assessment of flood … [Read more...] about In NJ, Cranford Police Use Drones for Hurrican Ida Response and More
The Latest DHS Alert About Chinese Manufactured Drones: Prudence or Politics?
Here we go again. In August of 2017, the U.S. Army sent around a memo warning of possible "cyber vulnerabilities" with regard to Chinese-manufactured DJI drones. At the time, DJI responded quickly to the allegations, adding new functionality that allowed for a "privacy mode," working with U.S. government agencies to address security concerns, and hiring an independent, … [Read more...] about The Latest DHS Alert About Chinese Manufactured Drones: Prudence or Politics?
Drones for Good: Drones Saved Four People in One Day Last Week
DJI, the world’s leader in civilian drones and aerial imaging technology, is on a mission. As reports of "rogue drones," "incidents," and "sightings" become more frequent, DJI is following a different kind of incident: how many times drones save lives. Last week "marked a new milestone in public safety drone use," says a DJI release. Four people were rescued by drones in … [Read more...] about Drones for Good: Drones Saved Four People in One Day Last Week
