Government officials in Japan announced that they are planning to change current drone regulations to allow drones to transmit higher-resolution video from more remote locations, the Asian Review reports. Legislators hope that the changes will support expansion of commercial drone applications. Most recent changes to Japan's drone legislation were enacted only a few weeks … [Read more...] about Japan Adjusts Drone Regulations to Support Industry
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Japanese Firm Launches Commercial Security Drone
Looking for that perfect last-minute gift for that special factory owner in your life? What can be a better gift than business security? A Japanese company has developed the next evolution in guard dogs – a $6,000 commercial-security drone that has more bells and whistles than Santa’s sleigh. Secom’s security drone, released on Dec. 11, is not yet available for home use … [Read more...] about Japanese Firm Launches Commercial Security Drone
Japan Designates “Deregulation Zones” to Test Drones
Amazon.com may be implementing drone delivery for the first time in Chiba, Japan, as part of Japan's efforts to relax regulations in certain regions, Asia Nikkei reports. Japan's prime minister Shinzo Abe committed to supporting the drone industry, which he says is a significant part of the "Fourth Industrial Revolution," when he promised to slash regulations that inhibited … [Read more...] about Japan Designates “Deregulation Zones” to Test Drones
Japan Bans Hobby Drones in Cities
Despite Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's commitment to the commercial drone industry, Japan has passed new regulations on the flights of hobby drones. The new laws will take effect on Thursday, the Japantimes reports, despite industry concern that the strict regulations will put a damper on innovation in the emerging drone sector. The new laws, passed by the Diet in September, … [Read more...] about Japan Bans Hobby Drones in Cities
DroneCloud: Japan’s Data Management Service Just for Drones
While the US argues over registration of hobby drones, Japan is rushing forward with efforts to develop the drone industry as part of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's efforts to take advantage of "The Fourth Industrial Revolution." Tokyo-based startup Clue has announced DroneCloud, a data management service for drones. The service is designed for any commercial drone … [Read more...] about DroneCloud: Japan’s Data Management Service Just for Drones
