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XPONENTIAL 2024 Concludes with 10% Surge in Attendance

XPONENTIAL 2024, hosted at the San Diego Convention Center from April 22 to 25, continued its legacy as the premier technology event for autonomy, drones, and robotics across sectors and operational domains. Organized by the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) and Messe Düsseldorf North America (MDNA), this year's gathering provided a dynamic platform for... Continue reading

RED CAT LAUNCHES ROBOTICS AND AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS CONSORTIUM TO BRIDGE CRITICAL UAS TECHNOLOGY GAPS FOR WARFIGHTERS

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, May 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RCAT) (“Red Cat”), a drone technology company integrating robotic hardware and software for military, government, and commercial operations, today announced the formation of the Red Cat Futures Initiative (RFI). RFI is an independent, industry-wide consortium of robotics and autonomous systems (RAS)... Continue reading

AUVSI Announces Michael Robbins as President and Chief Executive Officer

Arlington, Va. — The Board of Directors of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today announced that Michael Robbins is the association’s new President and CEO. William Irby, Chair of the Board of Directors and President of AgEagle Aerial Systems, said: “Michael has proven himself as an effective advocate and leader in the... Continue reading

The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Takes R&D to New Heights

March marks the beginning of a month dedicated to the theme of "R&D to Real World Operations" month on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, proudly sponsored by the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO). In this article, we interview James Grimsley, the Executive Director of Advanced Technology Initiatives at CNO, who has been instrumental in shaping... Continue reading

AUVSI and CDA Release Guidance on the FAA UAS Remote Identification Rule

The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA), an independent non-profit organization led by key members of the commercial drone industry, and the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), the world's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of uncrewed systems and robotics, has released a reference document providing guidance to the commercial drone industry on staying... Continue reading

AUVSI Announces Key Hires and Promotions to Drive Association Growth

The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today announced the hiring of new staff and internal promotions. The personnel moves support the association’s mission to foster the growth, long-term viability, and stability of the uncrewed systems industry. Casie Ocaña has joined as Director, Trusted Programs and will oversee AUVSI’s Trusted Cyber and Trusted Operator™... Continue reading

AUVSI and C-UAS Hub to Host Webinar on C-UAS Legislation

The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) and C-UAS Hub will co-host a webinar on, "UAS and Counter-UAS Legislation Updates" on February 13, 2024, at 1400 EST.   Join UAS and Counter-UAS industry professionals to gain insights into the current state of UAS and Counter-UAS legislation in the United States. Discover perspectives from security and industry... Continue reading

Statement on Memo Highlighting the Threat PRC Drones Pose to Critical Infrastructure Security

On behalf of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), Chief Advocacy Officer Michael Robbins issued the following statement regarding a memo released today by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on the threat drones from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) pose to U.S. national security:   “China's dominance... Continue reading

AUVSI Commends Inclusion of the American Security Drone Act in FY 24 NDAA

Following passage in both the U.S. House and Senate, today Congress sent the FY 2024 National Defense Authorization Act to President Biden’s desk for signature. This legislation includes the bipartisan American Security Drone Act (ASDA), which will prohibit federal agencies from procuring and operating non-secure drones. The measure was introduced in the Senate by Senators... Continue reading

Navigating the Future: The Crucial Role of Education and Content Development in Autonomous Technologies

In the ever-evolving landscape of autonomous technologies, education stands as the bedrock upon which innovation thrives. The autonomous technologies industry is not just about groundbreaking inventions and high-tech advancements; it's also about fostering a community of informed professionals, nurturing talent, and enabling an understanding that transcends conventional boundaries. This is where education and content development... Continue reading

About AUVSI

Since 1972, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) has enabled technical innovation, supportive policy, and inspired academic breakthroughs in the uncrewed industry.