Beijing bans drones in broad curbs after Citic Tower crash
Beijing has banned the possession and use of recreational drones as part of moves to bolster security in the capital after a light plane crashed into the city's tallest skyscraper in June.
New US tariffs on drones take effect
New US tariffs of up to 100% took effect on Sept 3 on drones and certain components, as Washington pushes to lower its import reliance in an industry that China dominates.
Future is in the air
Imagine a future where drones deliver parcels, air taxis ferry passengers and unmanned aircraft conduct surveillance, with minimal human intervention.
Miti to drive low-altitude economy development
The Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry or Miti will implement the Unmanned Valley Ecosystem pilot project to drive the development of the low-altitude economy (LAE).
National Anti-Drugs Agency to set up drone unit to boost hotspot surveillance, says Saifuddin
PUTRAJAYA: The National Anti-Drugs Agency (NADA) has been equipped with 18 drones to form its own specialised unit to assist in enforcement activities, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.
Bukit Aman expanding use of drones, AI to enhance border surveillance
KUALA LUMPUR: Bukit Aman is strengthening security along Malaysia's land and maritime borders by expanding the use of drones, artificial intelligence (AI) and intelligence sharing with neighbouring countries to curb smuggling and other cross-border crimes.
In world first, drone films humpback whale giving birth off Australia
Researchers say they have achieved a world first off the east coast of Australia: the birth of a humpback whale calf has been filmed by a drone for the first time.
In Sicily, drones at work to predict volcanic eruptions
Hovering over the volcano, a buzzing drone pauses in front of a laser beam on the crater's edge, as researchers test whether the devices can measure gases to predict eruptions.
Spate of shark attacks means more drones for Australia’s beaches
The country is stepping up measures to keep swimmers and surfers safe after a teacher was mauled by a great white shark at Coogee Beach.
Air Force working on anti-drone systems, integrated battlefield networks, says Defence Minister
KUALA LUMPUR: The development of counter-drone capabilities is underway as part of the efforts to strengthen the country's defence readiness against modern and emerging threats, says Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin.
