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BY MATTHEW WEISSMAN San Mateo, CA based drone company Skydio recently announced a $3.5 billion investment in US based manufacturing. This plan is expected to create 2,000 jobs with Skydio alone, and even more in other US based positions. Skydio's investment comes as most drones in the US come from Chinese companies and parts, and the federal government has tried to put a stop to that. Skydio supplies drones to every branch of the military and 29 allied nations as well. Also,

By MATTHEW WEISSMAN The FAA just announced a new program aimed at speeding up how certain drone violations are handled. This comes as drone activity continues to increase across the country. The Drone Expedited and Targeted Enforcement Response (DETER) program, is the initiative designed to resolve minor violations faster, while still putting safety first. It supports a larger push for enforcement of drone laws, especially as concerns about safety and security continue to inc

BY Matthew Weissman A recent development in the drone world has been the use of drone by first responders for situations like search and rescue missions all the way to crime scenes and wildfires. Drones can provide large amounts of information while limiting the potential for human harm. Additionally, drones can be deployed when it may not be possible to otherwise see people, allowing for more efficient rescue missions. While there is great potential for drones in the field o

BY MATTHEW WEISSMAN A drone attack at Dubai's international airport by a drone attack caused a fuel tank fire and a temporary closure of the travel hub. This drone attack is the third on Dubai's airport since Iran's assaults began on February 28th. These attacks have significantly decreased the amount of flights coming to and from the airport. Attacks like this reveal a sometimes forgotten and less appealing side of drones. These events show the need for stronger rules around