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Antigravity A1 Drone Update Adds AI Editing and Voice Control
Antigravity has released a major firmware update for its A1 drone, adding AI-powered video editing and voice control capabilities. The update aims to make solo content creation more intuitive by reducing reliance on manual controller inputs.
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SkyfireAI Raises $11M to Scale Autonomous Drone Operations
SkyfireAI has closed an $11 million seed round to develop autonomous drone coordination technology aimed at scaling UAV operations without requiring a dedicated human pilot for each aircraft. The startup is targeting high-stakes deployment environments where multi-drone autonomy can have the greatest impact.
AUVSI CEO Michael Robbins on Drone Policy, Security & the Road Ahead
AUVSI CEO Michael Robbins joined the Drone Radio Show to discuss the key issues facing the uncrewed systems industry, including supply chain security, regulatory bottlenecks, and the growing influence of defense priorities. The conversation also touched on what to expect from XPONENTIAL 2026.
Beijing's Sweeping Urban Drone Rules Take Effect May 2026
Beijing's sweeping new drone regulations took effect May 1, 2026, targeting not just flight operations but also the sales, storage, and transportation of UAVs within China's capital. The comprehensive framework is being watched closely as a potential new model for urban drone control worldwide.
Elsight Halo Joins Blue UAS List: What It Means for Drone Comms
Elsight's Halo connectivity platform has been added to the DCMA Blue UAS List, marking a notable expansion of the framework to include communications subsystems. The move signals that secure comms are now considered mission-critical in U.S. drone procurement. It also opens a potential pathway for vetted allied-nation suppliers to participate in U.S. government UAV programs.
AVSS Uses Drones for Avalanche Control in Canada Government Program
Canadian UAV company AVSS has partnered with the Government of Canada through Innovative Solutions Canada to conduct drone-based avalanche control operations. The program tests how unmanned aerial vehicles can improve safety and precision in high-risk mountain hazard mitigation.
AeroVironment Unveils Halo_Shield Modular Counter-Drone Network
AeroVironment has launched Halo_Shield™, a modular and distributed counter-drone system designed to predict, detect, track, identify, and defeat advanced UAV threats. The layered C-UAS platform is built to scale across a range of military and security environments. It marks AeroVironment's latest expansion into the rapidly growing counter-UAS market.
Romania Joins US C-UAS JTF 401 Procurement Marketplace
Romania has signed an agreement with the United States allowing it to procure counter-drone technologies through the JTF 401 marketplace. The deal gives Romania access to vetted C-UAS systems, strengthening NATO's eastern flank defenses amid rising unmanned aerial threats in the region.
Matternet Launches NHS London Medical Drone Delivery Network
Matternet and healthcare logistics company Apian have launched an operational medical drone delivery service for the NHS in Central London, using the M2 UAV system to transport lab specimens, pharmaceuticals, and diagnostic samples between hospital campuses. The deployment marks a significant milestone for urban BVLOS drone operations in the UK.
Netherlands Air Authority Seeks Common Information Service Solutions
The Netherlands' air traffic management agency LVNL has issued a Request for Information to explore Common Information Service solutions for U-Space drone traffic management. The consultation marks a significant step in the country's implementation of EU U-Space regulations. UTM providers and technology vendors with relevant CIS platforms are among those who can respond.
Everdrone Expands AED Drone Network to Borås, Sweden
Everdrone has opened its fourth E3 drone base in Borås, Sweden, expanding its autonomous AED delivery network to roughly 300,000 residents in the Västra Götaland Region. The system dispatches defibrillator-carrying drones automatically when cardiac emergency calls come in, aiming to reach patients before ambulances arrive.
Near Earth Autonomy Lands MARV-EL Contract for Marine Corps UAV
Naval Air Systems Command has awarded Near Earth Autonomy the MARV-EL Increment 2 contract to build a prototype autonomous logistics drone for the U.S. Marine Corps. The Pittsburgh-based autonomy specialist will work alongside Bell Textron, Moog, and XP Services to convert a Bell 505 helicopter into an uncrewed resupply aircraft.
Elistair Khronos Tethered Drone Deployed in France's ORION 2026 Exercise
Elistair's Khronos automated tethered drone system is participating in ORION 2026, France's largest joint military exercise in decades. Deployed during Phase O4, the DroneBox-housed UAV provides persistent aerial surveillance alongside 12,500 troops and 1,200 drones in a NATO-style multi-domain operation.
Senate Bill Would Expand Counter-Drone Powers at Critical Sites
Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton has introduced a Senate bill to expand counter-drone authority at critical infrastructure sites, covering legal authority, operator training, and funding. The legislation arrives amid heightened concern over unauthorized UAV activity near sensitive facilities and ahead of major U.S.-hosted events in 2026.
UK Armed Forces Bill Expands Counter-Drone Powers Near Defence Sites
The UK's Armed Forces Bill grants senior military and civil service officials new authority to authorize counter-drone equipment around defence sites. The legislation formalizes a legal framework for C-UAS operations, addressing a growing security threat from unmanned aerial vehicles near sensitive installations.
DroneShield RfLink Relaunches as ATAK Plugin for TAK Platform
DroneShield has relaunched RfLink as an ATAK-CIV plugin for the TAK government security platform, set to arrive as part of a major Q2 2026 software release. The integration brings RF-based drone detection capabilities directly into one of the most widely used situational awareness platforms in government and defense. The move signals a broader industry shift toward embedded, platform-native counter-drone software solutions.
Skyports Launches Drone Delivery Trials in New York
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has teamed up with Skyports Drone Services to begin drone delivery trial flights in the New York metro area. The trials mark a significant push into one of the world's most complex urban airspaces. ReaperDrones.com will follow the story as it develops.
Bill Would Let Critical Infrastructure Sites Down Unauthorized Drones
Senator Tom Cotton has introduced S. 4380, a bill that would give U.S. critical infrastructure operators legal authority to take down unauthorized drones. The legislation could significantly reshape counter-drone policy and carries major implications for commercial UAV operators nationwide.
EU Aviation Strategy Targets Drones and eVTOL Integration
The European Commission is developing a new EU Aviation and Aeronautics Strategy that includes drones and eVTOL aircraft, and is inviting public and industry feedback. The strategy is expected to shape UAV regulations, U-Space integration, and advanced air mobility frameworks across EU member states.
Australia Seeks Public Input on New Drone Security Framework
Australia's Department of Home Affairs has launched a public consultation on new national security measures for drones, inviting industry operators and citizens to submit feedback on proposed UAV oversight frameworks. The move reflects a growing global trend of governments tightening security policy around unmanned aerial systems.
Flytrex and Little Caesars Team Up for Pizza Drone Delivery
Flytrex has partnered with Little Caesars to launch what may be one of the largest pizza drone delivery initiatives yet. The collaboration pushes the boundaries of UAV payload capacity and commercial food delivery at scale. Details on markets and drone specs are still emerging.
Project Eternal: Antigravity Drones Help Preserve the World in 3D
Antigravity has launched Project Eternal, a global initiative inviting drone pilots and 360-degree camera users to document meaningful locations worldwide as detailed 3D models. The crowdsourced project aims to digitally preserve places — from ancient ruins to local neighborhoods — before they change forever.
BRINC Guardian Drone Aims to Replace Dangerous Police Car Chases
BRINC CEO Blake Resnick is making the case that drones could replace dangerous high-speed police pursuits. The company's new Guardian drone is designed with the speed, endurance, and tracking capabilities needed to keep pace with fleeing vehicles and feed real-time intelligence to officers on the ground.
SteelRock Technologies Wins $9.5M US Defense C-UAS Contract
London-based SteelRock Technologies has been awarded a $9.5 million U.S. Department of Defense contract for its NightFighter counter-UAS system. The firm-fixed-price and cost reimbursement deal marks a significant transatlantic win for the British C-UAS specialist.