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    AUVSI Commends the Reintroduction of Legislation to Secure U.S. Infrastructure from Adversary LiDAR Threats 

    The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) commends the reintroduction of the Securing Infrastructure from Adversaries Act by Representative Dusty Johnson (R-SD). This legislation would prohibit the U.S. Department of Transportation from awarding contracts or grants to entities that procure Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) systems from companies affiliated with foreign adversaries, including the... Continue reading

    Embry-Riddle AUVSI Trusted UAS Operator Grads fly safer and cheaper with Skywatch

    PALO ALTO, Calif., July 23, 2025 -- Skywatch, the leading provider of commercial drone insurance, announced the launch of a discount program for graduates of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's prestigious AUVSI Trusted UAS Operator program. The discount program recognizes the advanced training and safety excellence demonstrated by AUVSI Trusted UAS Operator program graduates, offering them a 5% discount on Skywatch's... Continue reading

    Metron and Cellula Robotics Complete Multi-Mission Open-Water UUV Demonstration of ANCC-Guardian

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    The ANCC-controlled Guardian UUV solution delivers operational capabilities for undersea defense tasks focused on Subsea and Seabed Warfare (SSW), Intelligence Preparation of the Operational Environment (IPoE), and Mine Countermeasures (MCM). RESTON, Va. -- Metron Inc. (Metron), a leader in autonomous software innovations for defense and commercial applications, and Cellula Robotics Ltd. (Cellula), a leading provider... Continue reading

    AUVSI Announced as a Blue UAS Recognized Assessor as DIU Adopts Green UAS Certification Pathway

    ARLINGTON, VA – July 16, 2025 — Recent federal actions including Executive Order 14307, “Unleashing American Drone Dominance,” and the Secretary of Defense’s July 10 memorandum on streamlining drone procurement, have made clear the national priority to accelerate the deployment of secure uncrewed systems. These policies call for streamlined acquisition, the rapid fielding of Group... Continue reading

    AUVSI Announces Addition of WingtraRAY to Green UAS Cleared List

    The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today announced the addition of the WingtraRAY to the Green UAS Cleared List, highlighting AUVSI’s leadership in accelerating access to secure, NDAA-compliant uncrewed systems that meet U.S. government and enterprise user needs.  Designed specifically for survey professionals, the WingtraRAY brings advanced capabilities to high-demand operations, combining over-people... Continue reading

    UVify xEYE Has Arrived Built for SLAM Researchers and Developers Pushing the Edge

    At Xponential 2025, UVify launched xEYE, a purpose-built Visual SLAM (vSLAM) system for those engineering the future of autonomy, robotics, and spatial intelligence. Whether you’re a SLAM researcher refining algorithms or a developer deploying perception systems in the field, xEYE gives you the tools to build real-time, high-fidelity 3D maps—without the limitations of lidar, projectors, or overengineered pipelines. Why... Continue reading

    Point One Navigation and DroneDeploy partner to deliver centimeter-accurate positioning for aerial and ground reality capture

    At a glance: More than 70,000 RTK-enabled DroneDeploy customer flights have been powered by Point One over the course of a strong, two-year partnership. SAN FRANCISCO – June 17, 2025 – Point One Navigation, a leader in precise positioning technology, and DroneDeploy, the leading aerial and ground reality capture platform, today announced a renewed commitment and continued collaboration... Continue reading

    Moya Aero has confirmed Embention as the official autopilot provider for its eVTOL

    Brazilian aerospace company Moya Aero, focused on developing electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for cargo delivery, has officially confirmed Embention as its first technology supplier. The Spanish company will provide the autonomous flight control system for Moya’s innovative platform. The vehicle integrates the Veronte Autopilots system developed by Embention, a solution designed to... Continue reading

    Unusual Machines Signs Lease for 17,000 sq ft Orlando Drone Motor Factory

    New facility for dedicated large volume U.S. motor production ORLANDO, FLORIDA / June 4, 2025 / Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE American:UMAC), a U.S.-based manufacturer of drones and NDAA-compliant components, today announced it has signed a lease for a 17,000-square-foot drone motor production facility in Orlando, Florida. The factory will significantly expand the company's domestic manufacturing... Continue reading

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

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