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DroneShield has launched a software update aimed at improving the capabilities of counter-drone operators. This update, set for Q4 2026, enhances detection, identification, tracking, and drone defeat without requiring new equipment. Key features include improved signal detection and camera-based cla...
Airwise Solutions and UAS Sentry have established a partnership aimed at improving low-altitude airspace awareness. This collaboration will integrate UAS Sentry Nexus detection capabilities with the Airwise Nexus platform, allowing users to visualize detected Remote ID signals alongside their drone...
Amazon.com Inc. is set to expand its drone delivery operations to suburban areas in Chicago and Atlanta, among other cities in five additional US states. This initiative marks a significant step in transforming a long-term research and development project into a viable commercial service. The expan...
A new drone detection system has been developed that relies on audio cues rather than visual inputs to identify potential threats. This innovative approach could enhance security measures in various environments by providing a more discreet and efficient method of surveillance. The significance of...
Monava, a Swedish-Finnish defense technology company, has successfully raised new funding to bolster its AI-driven drone detection capabilities. This investment round, led by Gungnir Capital with participation from Foundry Ventures and Hede Capital, aims to commercialize Monava's technology and expa...
R2 Wireless and Ôguen Tecnologias have partnered to launch a managed drone detection service in São Paulo, Brazil, making it the first city to implement a municipal-scale Drone Detection as a Service (DDaaS) network. This initiative aims to address rising concerns over the use of drones by criminal...
Engineers at the University of Cincinnati are pioneering a sound-based system to detect drone damage for NASA, focusing on identifying issues with motors and propellers before flight. By recording the sounds produced by drones with damaged components, the team aims to alert ground stations about una...
Researchers from Shinshu University and Chiba University have developed a new hydrogel electrode that significantly prolongs the functionality of insect antennae as odor sensors. The hydrogel maintains over 92% of the antenna's initial signal for seven hours, addressing the common issue of drying ou...
Safran has partnered with the startup Neurobus to develop a neuromorphic camera that enhances drone detection capabilities. This innovative technology not only identifies enemy drones but also determines their direction of movement, providing critical information for threat assessment. The collabor...
AEye and AB Swiftstrike AI are partnering to integrate AEye's STRATOS lidar into Swiftstrike's autonomous counter-drone systems. This collaboration aims to enhance the detection of small aerial threats that operate without conventional radio signals, extending the detection range to nearly one mile....
Japan is set to develop compact quantum magnetic sensors for drones to enhance submarine detection capabilities. This initiative is part of Tokyo's fiscal 2027 defense budget request, with a target completion date of fiscal 2031, as reported by the Nikkei newspaper. The sensors aim to identify subt...
Japan's Defense Ministry has announced plans to develop advanced quantum magnetic sensors for drones aimed at detecting submarines. This initiative is part of the fiscal 2027 budget request, reflecting Japan's response to China's increasing naval activities in nearby waters. The development of thes...
Iwa Robotics has unveiled three autonomous drone platforms aimed at assisting fire departments in detecting, assessing, and suppressing wildfires in both urban and wildland-interface areas. The drones, named Hawk, Canary, and Pelican, are part of Iwa's Discovery and Resolution Fleet, designed to ope...
The threat posed by Shahed-136 one-way attack drones highlights the urgent need for advanced counter-drone strategies. As the unmanned aircraft system (UAS) environment evolves, operational users are adapting to new challenges by employing scalable, layered sensing teams capable of detecting and tra...
NATO has introduced the Phoenix drone, its only self-owned drone, to assist allied warships in detecting threats beyond their radar capabilities. This advancement is significant as it enhances situational awareness for naval forces, allowing them to respond more effectively to potential threats in t...
Ericsson and AT&T recently showcased their drone-tracking solution at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, utilizing 5G signals from existing cellular towers. This demonstration highlighted the Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) technology, which can detect drones in low-altitude airspace, add...
Axon Vision has announced the integration of its EDGE ClearSky AI-powered computer vision system with radar technology from Retia and the TSG command and control (C2) system in the Czech Republic.
Federal, state, and local officials, including the FBI and the Atlanta Police Department, are emphasizing the importance of adhering to 'No-Drone Zone' regulations to safeguard high-profile sporting events and critical infrastructure from potential threats posed by drones. This initiative comes as p...
Sky Spy and Evolve Dynamics have formed a partnership to enhance the capabilities of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) by integrating airborne signals intelligence (SIGINT) technology. This collaboration follows a successful demonstration conducted with the French Armed Forces, showcasing a drone-moun...
A Danish start-up has introduced a groundbreaking sensor system designed to enhance marine rescue operations. This innovative technology enables drone-equipped teams to efficiently search vast areas of water for capsized boats and individuals in distress. By utilizing high-resolution imagery transmi...
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