In recent news reports DJI, the Chinese drone manufacturer, has touched on two issues that percolate up with the emergence of almost any new technology: monopolies and privacy concerns. China Daily reports that “[the] fast-growing consumer drone industry should not copy the model of personal computer and smartphone businesses where one chip company controls nearly the whole … [Read more...] about DJI on Monopolies and Privacy of User Data
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FAA Approves Qualcomm to Fly in Class B Airspace
Mobile chip maker Qualcomm announced Thursday that the FAA had granted permission for the company to fly drones on its San Diego property. The area is designated as Class B (restricted) airspace because of its proximity to San Diego airport. The permission represents the first approval that the FAA has granted for flying drones in Class B airspace. Qualcomm's Certificate … [Read more...] about FAA Approves Qualcomm to Fly in Class B Airspace
