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Introducing VigilantHalo–BlueHalo’s Integrated Command and Control System for the Future of Uncrewed Airspace

ARLINGTON, VA – The future of national security will depend on our ability to command the next-generation of uncrewed airspace. To protect against tomorrow’s threats, BlueHalo has introduced VigilantHalo–a software-driven integration platform for real-time airspace Command-and-Control (C2). VigilantHalo’s versatile design supports multiple missions including air traffic control (ATC), beyond visual line-of-sight (BVLOS), and Counter-Uncrewed Aerial... Continue reading

AUVSI Applauds Legislation Supporting Drones Grants for Law Enforcement

On behalf of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), President and CEO Michael Robbins issued the following statement endorsing the Directing Resources for Officers Navigating Emergencies (DRONE) Act of 2025:  “Drones are saving lives in emergency response. They are being relied on to reduce the risk posed to first responders, every day, in... Continue reading

Chris Hood, Founder & CEO, CTRL | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 58

This week on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, we feature Chris Hood, Founder of Ctrl, with nearly a decade of experience using drone technology for inspection and mapping. Based in Toronto, Canada, Ctrl delivers actionable intelligence through survey-grade data collection for critical infrastructure, energy assets, and buildings. Their services include high-speed cinematic video, thermal inspections,... Continue reading

Unusual Machines Enters Into a Definive Agreement to Acquire Drone Software Company Aloft Technologies to Grow the American Drone Ecosystem

ORLANDO, FL / ACCESS Newswire / February 3, 2025 / Unusual Machines (NYSE:UMAC) has announced the signing of a binding agreement to acquire of Aloft Technologies, Inc. (https://www.aloft.ai/), the leading FAA-approved provider of unmanned aerial system (UAS) services to enterprise, public safety, and government customers. The acquisition is almost all in stock, valued at $14.5M.... Continue reading

Carahsoft Looks Ahead: Navigating the Future of Robotics, Autonomy and AI in 2025

As we step into 2025, the pace of adoption of autonomous systems, robotics and artificial intelligence (AI), especially in government markets, continues at an unprecedented pace. To gain insights into the opportunities and potential challenges that lie ahead, we sat down with Lacey Wean, an industry expert from Carahsoft, to discuss the future of these... Continue reading

Skyway and MatrixSpace Partner to Elevate Aerospace Navigation With Advanced Air Traffic and Drone Detection Solutions

OAKLAND, Calif., January 28, 2025 (Newswire.com) - Skyway, a leading California-based vertiport development and operations company, and MatrixSpace, a pioneering AI-enabled sensing platform, have announced a strategic partnership to advance the integration of intelligent air traffic management and unmanned aircraft detection systems. This collaboration aims to redefine safety, efficiency, and scalability in the rapidly evolving... Continue reading

AUVSI State Advocacy: January 2025 recap

The 2025 state legislative sessions kicked off this month. Already, our state advocacy team is engaging with and educating lawmakers across the country about the value that advanced air mobility (AAM) and uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) will bring to their communities.AAM Model Legislation Introduced in AZ AUVSI and our AAM Prepared partners worked with Senator... Continue reading

Silvus Technologies Partners with Safeware – Expanding Public Agency Access to Advanced StreamCaster MANET Radios

Los Angeles, CA – January 16, 2025 – Silvus Technologies, Inc. (“Silvus”), a leader in advanced wireless communications systems, today announced a new resale partnership with Safeware, a leading safety solutions provider. With StreamCaster MANET radios now available through Safeware, first responders, law enforcement, and disaster relief agencies across the nation can establish robust, decentralized... Continue reading

Silvus StreamCaster Leads the Way as The Industry’s First MANET Radio To Receive FIPS 140-3 Level 2 Validation

Providing Protected and Secure Communications for Mission-Critical Operations Achieves National Institute of Standards and Technology – Federal Information Processing Standards Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules Unmatched Data Security – StreamCaster MANET radios’ cryptographic modules meet the NIST’s most rigorous cryptographic security standards for protecting sensitive information data, while offering support for advanced encryption standards including... 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.