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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

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

Dawn of Drones | Episode 120: ASTN Group

This week on the Dawn of Drones podcast, we continue a “Crossover Tech” focused month sponsored by Kongsberg Geospatial with Rommel Martinez, the Chief Technology Office at ASTN Group. Rommel is an AI researcher with 24 combined years in software engineering, systems administration, and software engineering, who has developed the Valmiz Augmentive Artificial Intelligence.  ASTN... Continue reading

Dawn of Drones | Episode 116: D-Fend Solutions

This week on the Dawn of Drones podcast, we continue a “Tech Ecosystem”-focused month sponsored by TruWeather Solutions with special guest Brett Feddersen, Vice President for Strategy and Government Affairs at D-Fend Solutions, Inc. in McLean, VA.  D-Fend Solutions is a pioneer in counter-drone and RF-cyber technology, delivering comprehensive control, safety, and continuity in complex... Continue reading

Advanced Navigation opens high-tech robotics manufacturing facility

Producing state-of-the-art AI-driven technologies for autonomous systems  The Hon Ed Husic MP - Minister for Industry and Science (middle) officially unveils the facility with Advanced Navigation CEOs and co-founders Xavier Orr and Chris Shaw.  September 2023, Global - Advanced Navigation, the world’s most determined innovator in artificial intelligence (AI) for robotic and navigation technologies, has... Continue reading

AUVSI Announces Green UAS Certification for Skyfront Perimeter 8+ Drone

Platform is first to receive ‘Green UAS Cleared’ drone security certification    Arlington, Va. -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today announced that it has awarded Green UAS certification to the Skyfront Perimeter 8 and 8+ long-endurance, hybrid-electric Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS). The platform is the first to complete the program’s compliance... Continue reading

AUVSI Announces Formation of New Defense Advocacy Committee

The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today announced the formation of a new Defense Advocacy Committee. The Committee will advance policies and funding for uncrewed and autonomous systems in the Department of Defense, ensuring the U.S. remains at the forefront of autonomous defense technologies.  The Defense Advocacy Committee joins AUVSI’s existing government affairs... 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.