Drone

Source: Citadel Defense Counter-drone provider Citadel Defense has launched a new AI/machine-learning software for its Titan array. The company says the new development outpaces other anti-drone sensors that use radar or cyber takeover tactics, which may be limited by ground clutter or responsiveness to new threats. “Unmanned systems have changed the …

The global Anti-Drone Market size is expected to reach USD 4.5 billion by 2026, expanding at a CAGR of 29.9% from 2019 to 2026, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The industry is rapidly growing due to rising concerns over the potential security threats from unauthorized …

Sensetime, MEGVII, WIMI AI + Visual Computing Competition, Depth Of Technology To Inspire AR Original IP Apr 16, 2020 (AB Digital via COMTEX) —   Visual computing has permeated every aspect of everyday life: airport clearance, mobile phone face recognition to open financial accounts, car park plate recognition and fees… …

The news around the world is dominated by the current pandemic – and drone industry news is no exception.  Just as drones saw new uses in disaster response efforts after hurricanes and earthquakes, new applications are appearing as a result of today’s crisis.  This week, the FAA issued regulatory guidance …

U.S. Army photo by Steven Stover, ARCYBER French drone manufacturer Parrot has come a long way from the early days of the drone industry.  Having moved from competing with DJI on the consumer front to focusing on the enterprise market, Parrot is now working to stake a claim to the …

The UAE’s relentless drive to become one of the most technologically advanced countries in the world has been a major contributor in helping it combat the spread of Covid-19, experts say. The country’s willingness to embrace new technologies, especially drones, has been a major factor in controlling the spread of …

Drones attached with speaker systems are being rapidly adopted by law enforcement agencies all over the world to remind communities of social distancing guidelines.  In response, the Netherlands-based Acecore Technologies has introduced a next level speaker drone. The Zoe drone is perfectly configured for the purpose, carrying a waterproof camera and …

Source: PSC A Canadian non-profit is helping indigenous peoples of Alberta soar – as drone pilots. Project Safe Canada, a group that includes security professionals, has so far empowered 71 pilots on eight reserves to obtain advanced certification from Transport Canada to help monitor indigenous territories and document any encroachment …

Flight beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) continues to move forward for the global drone industry.  In the U.K., drone delivery service provider Skyports will work with regulators to test BVLOS flight in airspace shared by other aircraft. Skyports is working with onboard detect and avoid technology provided by Iris …

There is a WhatsApp joke making the rounds – who led the digital transformation of your company – CEO, CTO, agile squads or Covid-19. This aptly underlines the importance of digitisation in meeting the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic. During the past few weeks, several focused and timely initiatives …