Yemen: The U.S. Navy faces an unprecedented challenge in its battle with the Yemeni military in the Red and Arabian Seas. Yemeni-made drones are repeatedly targeting U.S. forces, prompting the search for technology to neutralize these aerial threats. As the task becomes increasingly difficult, the United States is …
Read More »China drone maker DJI battles U.S. clampdown
Tech Latest by Nikkei Asia brings you the newest updates from Asia’s technology industry. In this episode, Jada Nagumo talks with U.S. correspondents Marrian Zhou and Yifan Yu, about Chinese tech company DJI, and how its drones have become a key tool for the U.S. police force despite Washington’s clampdown. …
Read More »DJI drone ban passes in U.S. House — ‘Countering CCP Drones …
The United States House of Representatives passed a ban on the future sale of DJI drones in the U.S. on Friday, making the DJI ban more likely than not. The “Countering CCP Drones Act” is part of the United States’ 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (FY25 NDAA), a major piece …
Read More »U.S. Marines MQ-9A Reaper Drones Deployed to the Philippines…
U.S. Marine Corps Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 3, Marine Aircraft Group 24, launches an MQ-9A on Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, June 21, 2023. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Tofteroo). Chinese Coast Guard vessels have been ramming into Philippine vessels, damaging them, and firing high-power …
Read More »Forsyth County leads U.S. with drone delivery as AED takes f…
It delivers life-saving devices before first responders can get to emergency situations. FORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. — It’s a first-of-its-kind program that is taking flight in the U.S. The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office held a demonstration event today of their new AED drone. It delivers life-saving devices before first responders …
Read More »U.S. Coast Guard demonstrates how drones will be used to mon…
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 9:43PM U.S. Coast Guard demonstrates how drones will be used to monitor emergencies at the shore ATLANTIC CITY, New Jersey (WPVI) — The U.S. Coast Guard is teaming up with local emergency agencies to prepare for a busy summer down the shore. A drone demonstration in …
Read More »Drone maker DJI facing U.S. FCC ban — the national security …
U.S. authorities have their sights set on China-based drone maker DJI, a company that has popularised drones for consumer and commercial markets globally. The U.S. Congress intends to ban it, as they have begun to see DJI as a national security threat. Once the bipartisan legislation passes and the firm …
Read More »Terra Drone Invests in Aloft Technologies to Enter U.S. Mark…
Terra Drone is now the largest shareholder of Aloft, the largest FAA-Approved UAS Service Supplier powering over 84% of all airspace authorizations TOKYO, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Terra Drone Corporation (Terra Drone), a leading drone and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) technology provider headquartered in Japan, has announced an investment …
Read More »U.S. Navy Submarines: Soon To Become Drone Motherships?
Summary: The U.S. Navy is exploring the integration of undersea drones (UUVs) with nuclear attack submarines (SSNs) to revolutionize antisubmarine warfare (ASW). Historically, navies have utilized autonomous or semi-autonomous systems like wire-guided torpedoes for target acquisition and engagement. Modern advancements see both the U.S. and its rivals advancing UUV technology for …
Read More »Markets seen on edge after drone attack kills U.S. troops, e…
A drone attack that killed three U.S. service members in northern Jordan, blamed by the White House on Iran-backed militants, marks a major escalation of tensions in the Middle East and appeared likely to draw a reaction when financial and commodity markets open for the week. Oil prices are likely …
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