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Drone warfare in UkraineThe drone war in Ukraine is evolving in ways that differ from how other countries, especially the United States, use UAVs.First, the U.S. uses drones globally, and often in conflict zones that are not recognized by the United Nations or do not have U.S. troops on the ground. Unlike this pattern of “over-the-horizon” strikes, Ukraine and Russia use drones during an internationally recognized conflict that is bounded by their borders.Second, the U.S. operates armed and networked drones, such as the …

Israel's army has deployed some AI-enabled military technology in combat for the first time in Gaza, raising fears about the use of autonomous weapons in modern warfare.The army has hinted at what the new tech is being used for, with spokesman Daniel Hagari saying last month that Israel's forces were operating "above and underground simultaneously". A senior defence official told AFP the tech was destroying enemy drones and mapping Hamas's vast tunnel network in Gaza. New defence technologies including artificial…

DJI/ZDNETSeveral readers have directed me to a DroneXL article reporting that the latest firmware update for certain drones has "inadvertently made these devices illegal for commercial use" in the US.The drones in question are DJI's popular lightweight models, the DJI Mini 3.Also: The best drones you can buy To grasp the issue, we need to examine both the firmware update that DJI released for the drones in question as well as the Federal Aviation Authority's (FAA) extensive regulations regarding drones.Firstly,…

Drones come in various shapes and sizes; some for mere toying purposes but some come with cameras attached to them. These cameras can capture spectacular images and videos. These can be controlled via the included controller or your smartphone so you get a live view of what the camera on the drone is watching. So let's dive into the world of drones under ₹5000, each selected for its impressive features and specifications. This list includes the ten best drones you should consider buying for this special day.…

A couple of years ago, Snap (the company behind Snapchat) decided that the selfie production pipeline needed to be improved upon. Bathroom mirrors and selfie sticks were not cutting it. No, no, Snap decided that the next evolution in the art of taking pictures of yourself would involve a flying robot. Lisa Frankenstein's Crew on Casting the Right Stars So it launched the Pixy, a tiny yellow drone designed to follow you around and take cute candids of you while you did stuff. The product, which retailed between $185 and…

Away from the media spotlight, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt is silently steering his latest project, White Stork, towards the production of AI attack drones in the United States and Ukraine. The startup, shrouded in secrecy through a network of LLCs, is actively working on mass-producing drones with advanced AI capabilities for target identification. Established officially in August, White Stork operates discreetly under the radar, yet details about its ambitious plans are surfacing. The company aims to develop drones…

Last Updated: January 17, 2024, 13:15 ISTMarut Drones and SkyDrive Partners for Futuristic Air Travel in India. (Photo: Marut)Marut Drones and SkyDrive collaborates for an air travel revolution in India, bringing flying taxis and sustainable mobility to the forefront.Marut Drones and SkyDrive are teaming up to redefine the future of air transportation.Their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signals a major milestone in the world of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, offering exciting possibilities…

Drones used to be fancy gadgets for hobbyists or secret weapons for the military. But now they have a new job: delivering drugs. Yes, you heard that right. While El Pollo Loco is using drones to bring you chicken dinners, some bad guys are using them to smuggle drugs across borders.Drug lords, cartels and other deviant organizations have been maximizing the benefits of drones to carry out their illegal drug runs. With many borders of hot zones being heavily watched and reinforced, drones are accomplishing what their…

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning-based irrigation systems, drones for targeted spraying of pesticides and automation were the technological advances showcased at the Kerala Plantation Expo on Sunday. The expo was inaugurated by state industries minister P Rajeev. Industries and commerce director S Harikishore, who is special officer, plantation, said the sector was thoroughly mechanised today with the influx of startups in the modern times. Elevate Your Tech Prowess with High-Value Skill CoursesOffering…

Walmart has unveiled plans to dive further into the world of artificial intelligence -- and drones -- to improve its customers' shopping experiences.In a Tuesday keynote at trade show CES in Las Vegas, the nation's largest retailer announced that it would be expanding its drone delivery to 1.8 million additional households in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area later this year. Elevate Your Tech Prowess with High-Value Skill CoursesOffering CollegeCourseWebsiteNorthwestern UniversityKellogg Post Graduate Certificate…