DJI News - DJI announces steps to assuage data security concerns, Police Drones - Canadian Police builds a 200 drone fleet, Parachute Safety Systems - Glitches in Parazero?

Our first big drone news story this week is about the steps that DJI is taking to assuage data security concerns. As we have reported earlier, the US government has time and again expressed reservations about using Chinese-manufactured drones for government work. To address these concerns, DJI  will now manufacture "government-edition" drones that come with features like restricted hardware pairing and data transmission. Furthermore, DJI has also announced that they will start manufacturing drones in California.

Will these steps help DJI regain lost ground to find favor with the US government once again? Or, is this a case of too little, too late?

Our next big drone news story is about parachute safety systems. Parachute safety systems are deployed so that you can prevent damage to people and property in the event of a drone crash. However, according to recent reports, these safety systems are not free of glitches. You will learn about ParaZero Drone Safety Systems and the different precautions that you need to take while using this system.

Towards the end, we talk about drones being used for bridge inspections in South Carolina. What are some of the main benefits of using drones for inspection work? Other topics discussed include drone laws in Switzerland and drones for public safety. Tune in to our latest show now!

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Timestamps

DJI makes some big announcements to assuage data security concerns

Will an American drone manufacturer step in to fill the gap left by DJI?

Iconic Swiss restaurant calls for a ban on drones

The Royal Canadian Mountain Police acquires a 200 drone fleet

Are there any glitches in the Parazero parachute safety system?

Drones being used for inspecting bridges in South Carolina

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