Swedish drone company Everdrone is delivering a much-needed shock to the UAV industry. The startup has launched a project to deliver automated external defibrillators to the scene of cardiac arrests in real-world emergencies. Initially launched as a pilot project in the Gothenburg region of Sweden, the initiative is expanding internationally thanks to an agreement with … [Read more...] about Drone Startup Everdrone Delivers Helpful Shock
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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
Watch: DJI Inspire 2 Films at World Rally Championship in Sweden
DJI has released footage of the new Inspire 2 drone in action in snowy Sweden, filming at the World Rally Championships (WRC). The Swedish course was the second stage of this year's championships, which will end in Australia this November. A team from DJI will be present at every stage, highlighting the potential of aerial video and capturing the best of the action from above … [Read more...] about Watch: DJI Inspire 2 Films at World Rally Championship in Sweden
Sweden May Be Backing Up on Drone Ban
Sweden may be set to reverse their draconian ruling against camera drones. Last October, Sweden introduced a controversial drone law ruling that camera drones fell under the same regulation as surveillance cameras. Under Swedish law, that means that any drone operator would need to acquire a permit from the local county administrative board before flying. Media companies … [Read more...] about Sweden May Be Backing Up on Drone Ban
Did Sweden Really Ban Camera Drones?
Sweden, usually viewed as forward thinking and innovative, has now effectively banned camera drones. A decision by the Swedish Supreme Administrative Court (which can be read here in Swedish) places photos taken by drones in the same category as heavily regulated surveillance cameras. As camera drones could be used for the illegal capture of personal information, drone … [Read more...] about Did Sweden Really Ban Camera Drones?
