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Skydio’s $3.5 billion US drone expansion begins

Skydio, the leading drone manufacturer in the United States, has announced the successful raising of $110 million in new funding. This financial boost coincides with the company's ambitious plan to invest $3.5 billion in American production over the next five years. The initiative aims to strengthen...

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Spokane PD Adds Skydio Drones Ahead of FIFA World Cup Security Push

The Spokane Police Department is set to enhance its security measures for the FIFA World Cup by acquiring four American-made Skydio drones. This initiative, announced on April 20, aims to bolster safety around a practice facility designated for a national team competing in the prestigious soccer tou...

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Skydio pledges $3.5B to expand US drone manufacturing

A Silicon Valley-based company has announced plans to establish a new facility in California, which will be five times larger than its existing locations. The investment aims to expand the company's operational capacity and enhance its production capabilities. This development reflects the growing d...

Skydio lands $9M deal for US airbases in the Middle East

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East linked to Iran, the US military is introducing a new defense strategy featuring fully autonomous drones that operate continuously. This development comes in response to a rise in drone attacks, proxy conflicts, and heightened confrontations in the region....

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