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The Canadian women’s soccer team may have advanced to the knockout stage at the Paris 2024 Olympics with a 1-0 win over Colombia, but its infamous drone-spying scandal now threatens to spread beyond the Olympics with officials admitting in evidence to FIFA that spying on opponents was routinely done.

US lawmakers may be trying hard to block Americans from using Chinese drone tech, but the Chinese government is busy paving the way for its drone companies to further dominate international markets. China’s Ministry of Commerce has announced a relaxation of export curbs on some of its most advanced consumer drones, effective Sept. 1.

Two US Senators have formally introduced their version of the Countering CCP Drones Act as an amendment to the Senate’s FY25 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), reintroducing the call for a ban on the sale of new DJI drones in the US. To be clear, this amendment has not been considered yet. But tech giant DJI has expressed concerns about the recommendations outlined in the amendment, emphasizing that they are extremely problematic and damaging for the US drone industry.

DJI has rolled out exciting new updates for their DJI Dock 2 and FlightHub 2 solutions, enhancing the way drones operate and manage data, especially for tasks covering extensive areas.

Dallas-area residents will soon witness a historic milestone in drone delivery. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted Alphabet’s Wing Aviation and Zipline International approval to operate their delivery drones simultaneously over the Dallas and Fort Worth suburbs without visual observers. Set to begin in August, these flights mark the first time commercial drones can operate beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) in the US, overcoming a major hurdle in drone delivery.

The FPV drone community has something exciting to celebrate: DJI has finally integrated the O3 Air Unit with the DJI Goggles 3. This means no more juggling multiple headsets for different drones. Now, owners of the DJI Goggles 3 can effortlessly connect to both the Avata 2 and custom-built FPV drones equipped with the O3 Air Unit.

Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has submitted an amendment he intends to propose to the Senate Armed Services Committee’s annual defense policy bill, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2025. The amendment seeks to attach the Countering CCP Drones Act to the Senate’s version of the NDAA, thus reintroducing the call for a ban on the sale of new DJI drones in the US.

On what was supposed to be the start of a relaxing vacation, a 68-year-old Chinese tourist found himself tangled in legal trouble for flying a DJI drone illegally over Singapore’s iconic Marina Bay.

Lawmakers may be trying hard to block Americans from using DJI products, but DJI is doing what DJI does best: innovate. A new listing from the tech giant has just hit the FCC database with the name DJI Neo. And leaked information and spy videos suggest it might be a tiny, pocket-sized drone that could also be safe for indoor use!

In a landmark decision, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has given the green light to the first Category 2 DJI drone (weighing more than .55 pounds) to fly over people without waivers.

The shocking attempt on former President Donald Trump’s life on July 13 at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has been the focus of intense investigation. This week, FBI Director Christopher Wray shared critical updates during a House Judiciary Committee hearing, offering insights into the mind of the gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, and the role a DJI drone played in his plan.

Japanese drone maker ACSL has announced the release of a new smart controller, TENSO, as well as significant upgrades to its flagship SOTEN drone.

The Paris Olympics have become embroiled in controversy following a drone spying incident. The Canadian women’s soccer team has come under scrutiny after two staff members were dismissed for allegedly using a drone to spy on New Zealand’s practice sessions.

DJI has released a new firmware update for the mini-sized, mega-capable Mini 3 Pro drone.

Flyability, the Switzerland-based maker of the popular Elios range of drones for indoor and confined-space inspections, says it is retiring Elios 1 and Elios 2 aircraft.

Drone autonomy software specialist FlytBase has announced a strategic partnership with photogrammetry company Pix4D. The collaboration will enable FlytBase users in construction monitoring, mapping, and surveying industries to seamlessly upload drone data directly to PIX4Dcloud, streamlining project management and reducing manual tasks.

New Yorkers, get ready to see more drones buzzing around the Big Apple! Aerospect, a minority/veteran-owned drone service provider, has scored a major win with the FAA’s approval to fly commercial drones over people in New York City.

Imagine getting your favorite donuts delivered right to your doorstep, but not by a delivery driver – by a drone! Manna, a drone delivery startup with Irish roots, has teamed up with Offbeat Donuts to make this dream scenario a reality for Dublin residents.

On July 13, 2024, former President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Investigators now say the gunman utilized a DJI drone to conduct pre-attack reconnaissance, significantly aiding his ability to carry out the attack.

Launched last year with a price tag of $1,278, the incredible DJI Avata Explorer first-person view (FPV) drone combo is available to buy right now for only $759.

Drone maker DJI is once again broadening its horizons with the launch of a new video transmission system. DJI is growing its role in the broader film and video production industry with its latest innovation.

Vegas just got a whole lot brighter! Atomic Golf Las Vegas has launched the first-ever residency drone show, adding a dazzling twist to the city’s nightlife. Last night, the golf entertainment hotspot kicked off a twelve-week series with 400 drones painting the night sky with stunning designs, leaving hundreds of attendees in awe.