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As Trump’s shock troops invade Los Angeles, his administration is using every tool at its disposal to attack and surveil the political protests taking place in the city’s streets. That apparently includes the use of a Predator drone, which 404 Media reports was spotted by an aviation tracker as it zoomed over the city.
DJI unveils the Matrice 400 enterprise drone with 59-minute flight time, 6 kg payload, LiDAR-based obstacle avoidance, and smart automation.
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Digital Camera World on MSNDJI’s newest drone can fly in the rain – and the battery lasts nearly an hourDJI’s newest enterprise drone is IP55-sealed for flights in dust and rain. Announced on June 10, the DJI Matrice 400 boasts an impressive 59-minute flight time, LiDAR obstacle sensing capable of detecting even small objects like power lines, and payloads of up to 6kg.
Drone shows are becoming ever more popular. Once rarities, they are now appearing at occasions ranging from birthday parties and weddings, to major sporting events. Some theme parks even have resident drone shows that take place multiple nights in a row. Glastonbury music festival had its first drone show in 2024.
It’s impossible to erase natural disasters from the face of the Earth, but it’s not impossible to be prepared for one. And a New York-based drone technology company says one of the best ways to do that is to carry your phone with you everywhere.
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The Department of Homeland Security released a video of protesters attacking vehicles during the Los Angeles riots this week.
These inexpensive air defense weapons were responsible for roughly 40% of drone kills during the high-tempo operation against the Iran-backed Houthi rebels.
Walmart, according to its website, now offers drone delivery in these five new cities: Walmart currently provides drone delivery in Dallas as well as it its headquarters city of Bentonville, Arkansas. Including the expanded sites, Walmart said it will offer drone delivery services at a total of 100 stores.