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Ishveena Singh is a versatile journalist and writer with a passion for drones and location technologies. She has been named as one of the 50 Rising Stars of the geospatial industry for the year 2021 by Geospatial World magazine.

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DJI drone battery not charging? Here’s the ultimate fix guide

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If you own a DJI Mini 4 Pro, Air 3S, Mavic 4 Pro, or any of DJI’s popular camera drones, you know that battery management is key to maximizing your flight time. But what happens when your drone charges too slowly, or worse, won’t charge at all? DJI has released detailed guidance to help drone pilots choose the right charger, troubleshoot battery issues, and keep their gear in top shape. Let’s break it down so you can get back to flying with confidence.

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DroneDeploy hits break-even, lands $15M to supercharge AI

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DroneDeploy just hit a major milestone, and it could reshape the future of construction, inspection, and site management for drone pilots everywhere. The reality capture leader has officially reached break-even, meaning it’s now fully self-sustaining. Instead of chasing profitability, the company can plow every dollar it earns straight into product development, and its first move is big: a $15 million strategic raise dedicated entirely to advancing its AI and robotics offerings.

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Flybotix scores $10M to expand ASIO X drone inspections

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Confined space inspections are some of the most dangerous jobs out there, and they remain a major safety concern across industries. Every year, workers are injured or even killed while entering tight, hazardous areas inside power plants, water infrastructure, and oil and gas facilities. Swiss robotics company Flybotix thinks it has a better way, and investors seem to agree.

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Space Command move spurs big leap for drone training in Alabama

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As US Space Command prepares to make Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, its permanent home, the city is poised to play an even bigger role in the nation’s aerospace and defense ecosystem. The relocation, which is expected to bring about 1,400 jobs and significant federal investment, is already fueling a wave of new partnerships and innovation in what many call Rocket City.

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This drone just set a new world record with 3-hour flight

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Silicon Valley drone startup SiFly has officially claimed a Guinness World Record after flying its Q12 drone for more than three hours — nearly an hour longer than the previous record. The groundbreaking flight took place on July 26 at Amaral Ranches in California’s Salinas Valley, witnessed by eight official observers, including Apple Distinguished Engineer Paul Baker and NASA Ames Research Aerospace Engineer Chris Silva.

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DJI Matrice 4 drones add Manifold 3, LiDAR obstacle sensing module support

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DJI has rolled out a significant firmware update for its enterprise-grade Dock 3 and Matrice 4 series drones. Dock 3 firmware v14.03.00.03 and aircraft firmware v14.03.00.03 bring sharper intelligence, enhanced safety, and greater operational flexibility for US professionals across public safety, infrastructure inspection, surveying, and other applications.

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Mother sues Orlando after holiday drone show injures child

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The fallout from last year’s holiday drone show mishap at Lake Eola in downtown Orlando has escalated into the courtroom. Earlier this month, Adriana Edgerton, the mother of a 7-year-old boy struck by a malfunctioning drone during the December 21, 2024, performance, filed a sweeping negligence and product liability lawsuit in Orange County Circuit Court against the City of Orlando and four companies tied to the event.

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HoverAir Aqua drone raises $1.4M, heads to mass production

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HoverAir’s latest innovation, the Aqua drone, has made a huge splash — literally and figuratively. The waterproof flying camera, designed for effortless water takeoff and landing, has now raised more than $1.4 million through crowdfunding, marking one of the most successful launches in the company’s history. With this milestone, HoverAir confirmed that Aqua will enter mass production in Q4 2025, with customer shipments scheduled for December 2025.

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Dreame takes flight: Vacuum giant joins DJI drone battle

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DJI pilots may soon find themselves facing an unexpected challenger in the skies. After years of dominating the drone market, DJI is getting pushback — not just from camera rival Insta360, but now from a household name in vacuums. Dreame, best known for its robot cleaners, is moving aggressively into drones following DJI’s own foray into ground robotics with its Romo launch earlier this month.

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