Industries
This category examines how drones are used across key industries in the United States, Europe, and Australia. Articles focus on operational efficiency, data collection, automation, and compliance, showcasing how unmanned aerial systems support modern industrial workflows.
Rift Raises €4.6M to Build European Network for On-Demand Aerial Intelligence
French startup plans real-time drone surveillance layer for borders and critical infrastructure Rift, a Paris-based deep-tech startup, has raised €4.6 million to build what it calls a global network for on-demand, real-time aerial…
Generative AI + Autonomy: The Next Leap for Industrial Drone Programs
Generative AI-run systems point to the future of drone applications By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Recent advances in the development of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and pending new regulations regarding UAV operations…
How AI Is Pushing Industrial Drone Use Into a New Era
AI tools set to trigger rapid industry adoption of drones By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Although over the past couple of decades some heavy industries have been quick to adopt the use of drones and robotics to perform tasks that…
Palladyne AI Forms New Defense Division Through Strategic Acquisitions
Palladyne Defense integrates embodied AI, avionics, and U.S. manufacturing to support modernization priorities Palladyne AI has announced a major shift in its defense strategy with the launch of Palladyne Defense, a new division created…
Europe “Not Ready” for Drone Warfare: Kubilius Warns at Defending Baltics 2025
Destruction in Kyiv after Russian drone attack. At a major security conference in Vilnius, the EU’s Defence Commissioner says Europe must scale drone and counter-drone systems fast as threats rise on NATO’s eastern flank. A Clear Warning…
Senator Moody Seeks Inclusion of “Drone Espionage Act” in FY 2026 NDAA
Proposal aims to update federal law to address video-based surveillance of U.S. defense sites Senator Ashley Moody has asked congressional leaders to include her proposed “Drone Espionage Act” in the fiscal year 2026 National Defense…
U.S. Air Force Awards Skydio Contracts to Expand Advanced Autonomy Across Mission-Critical Units
New awards follow a surge in UAS procurement across the U.S. military
The U.S. Air Force has awarded Skydio two initial multi-million dollar contracts to expand the use of advanced autonomous drones across key operational units. According…
SkySafe Introduces New Forensics Service to Strengthen Drone Incident Investigations
SkySafe offers Forensics as a Service to aid investigations of drone incidents By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill As police departments, government agencies and operators of critical infrastructure wrestle with the growing threats from…
DJI Launches Neo 2: A Compact Follow-Me Camera Drone with Big Upgrades
At 151 grams, the Neo 2 brings advanced tracking and safety features to beginner-friendly flight
DJI has launched the Neo 2, a small and lightweight personal camera drone designed to make aerial filming easier for beginners. Weighing just…
Omnisys Introduces BRO C-UAS Platform for Airport Protection
New optimization system aims to reduce drone-related disruptions and support airport continuity Omnisys has released its BRO C-UAS platform, a real-time optimization system designed to help airports respond to unauthorized drone activity.…