The US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit remanded part of the Defence Department's military designation case against drone maker DJI back to a lower court.
Ukraine's UN envoy, Andrii Melnyk, warned that Kyiv may revise its ceasefire offer to Russia if the UN Security Council doesn't pass a resolution for an unconditional end to hostilities. Melnyk cited Ukraine's recent successful strikes on Russian oil refineries and military targets as growing confidence in their war effort.
A Ukrainian drone manufacturer claims fully autonomous drones killed Russian soldiers in a one-time battlefield test two years ago. Defense officials state Ukraine bans AI in final target interception, emphasizing human control and adherence to international law.
Ukraine's General Chery drone company founder believes North Korea's drone warfare capabilities have rapidly advanced, potentially through Russian technology transfer. He urges South Korea and Japan to guard against a shared drone ecosystem with Russia and China.
Japan is enhancing cooperation with Ukrainian drone manufacturers who have combat experience, aiming to develop and produce drones suitable for the Asia-Pacific region and reduce reliance on foreign technology. Ukraine highlights the success of domestic drones in the ongoing conflict.
Over 20 Taiwanese companies showcased their drone technology at XPONENTIAL 2026 in Detroit, aiming to tap into the US market. This participation follows the proposed "Blue Skies for Taiwan Act" and aims to establish Taiwan as a key player in the US's "de-Sinicized" drone supply chain.
Chinese self-driving technology firm ZYT is edging closer to mass production of semi-autonomous trucks that can improve fuel efficiency and save logistics costs, likely to benefit the country’s manufacturing businesses amid a global energy crisis. The Shenzhen-based start-up, a spin-off from drone maker DJI, has formed partnerships with mainland China’s top six heavy-truck makers to produce models fitted with its navigation on autopilot (NOA) systems, with the first deliveries expected as early...
Beijing has introduced stringent new regulations banning the sale and transport of drones within the city. Effective Friday, the rules also mandate identity registration for all devices, prompting a rush of last-minute purchases at local retailers.
