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New York City Police Department unveils new drone system
The nation’s largest police force has unveiled a fleet of drones that will be used in hostage situations and search and rescue operations, but a civil rights group worries the drones might be used to invade privacy. The New York … Continue reading
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Tagged Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Privacy, Safety, Surveillance, Traffic Management
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Drones swamp US-Mexico border but federal agents powerless to stop them
The Department of Homeland Security and the FBI identified this week unmanned aerial systems, or drones, as one of the greatest national security threats to America — rating it as severe a concern as cybersecurity hacks, critical infrastructure attacks, and … Continue reading
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Tagged Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Military, Weaponized Drone
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Energy Industry also Faces Threats from Drones
The energy sector is subject to the potential harm caused by drones flying in minimally regulated, and often unmonitored airspace. The energy industry does not only have an impact on commerce but rather national security. An event, caused by a … Continue reading
Controversial bill allowing authorities to shoot down private drones heads to the president’s desk
The US government will soon have authority to shoot down private drones considered a threat. Following a House vote in April, the Senate this week passed the FAA Reauthorization Act, which renews funding for the Federal Aviation Administration until 2023. … Continue reading
