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  • [New] Kernel shows the potential for putting robots at the forefront of a fast-food joint. Fortune
  • [New] The Future of Flight action plan includes the first piloted flying taxi flight to happen by 2026 and regular services by 2028, plus regular drone deliveries across UK skies by 2027 and demos of autonomous flying taxis without pilots on board by 2030. The Engineer
  • [New] Flying taxis, crime-fighting drones and critical 999 care deliveries could all become a reality in the next decade. The Engineer
  • [New] Air taxis, drones, and other electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft are expected to begin regular operation across UK skies in 2026 and ascend from there. DroneDJ
  • [New] Drones could give Ukraine a technological edge over Moscow, given its shortages in artillery shells and other more traditional weapons, though Russia's drone industry is also developing rapidly. The Guardian
  • [New] Flying taxis, crime-fighting drones and critical 999 care deliveries could all be a reality by 2030, according to the UK government and industry's joint Future of Flight action plan, announced by the Department for Transport. DIGIT.FYI
  • [New] FPV drones have revolutionized military tactics in the Russo-Ukrainian conflict, becoming a significant threat to traditional defence systems due to their unique capability for immersive surveillance and precise attacks. Army Recognition
  • [New] The expansion of 5G networks in 2024 will unlock faster internet speeds, lower latency, and enhanced connectivity, driving innovation in sectors like healthcare and autonomous vehicles. Ro-bus
  • [New] Drones, uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis may fly in the U.K. as soon as 2028. Flying Magazine
  • [New] The UK government and the Department for Transport have released the joint Future of Flight action plan, which could help make flying taxis, crime-fighting drones and critical 999 care deliveries a reality by 2030. Passenger Terminal Today
  • [New] The economic potential of drone technology is staggering, with studies estimating a boost of £45 billion to the UK economy by 2030. Tech Times
  • [New] UK's 'Future of Flight' plan unveils ambitious goals by 2030: flying taxis, police drones, autonomous aircraft. Tech Times
  • [New] The Future of Flight Action Plan predicts regular use of crime-fighting drones and critical 999 care deliveries by the end of the decade. Sky News
  • [New] With the global deployment of 5G networks, we can expect faster internet speeds, lower latency, and enhanced connectivity, paving the way for innovative applications in areas like IoT, AR/VR, and autonomous vehicles. Jellyfish Technologies
  • [New] Russia calculates the export moratorium will give it time to repair refineries damaged by fires and drone attacks on its energy infrastructure and to address internal gasoline shortages and high pricing. New Lines Institute
  • [New] Ukraine has launched drone attacks on at least three oil refineries deep inside Russia, with a Ukrainian defence source saying that Kiev is implementing a well-planned strategy to decrease Russian economic potential. Just Security
  • [New] Smartshooter, the company behind the SMASH technology, has secured a contract to supply the US Army with additional SMASH 200 L fire control systems, designed to counter drone threats, further exemplifying the global trend towards integrating AI technologies into defence strategies. Army Recognition
  • A recent demonstration by robotics startup Figure showcases the potential of OpenAI's ChatGPT technology in powering human-like conversations for humanoid robots. GizChina Media
  • Looking ahead, IDC forecasts a focus on emerging edge use cases, including augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and autonomous operations. TechRadar pro
  • The news comes as a new strategy backed by at least £4.5bn of investment over the next decade will speed up access to uncrewed systems for the UK's Armed Forces, inspired by the lessons learnt from the use of drones in Ukraine. Forces Network
  • The recent CEO Survey reveals a startling statistic: less than one in three Canadian CEOs - specifically, only 28% - clearly understand the potential for robotics and artificial intelligence to enhance customer experience. Digital Insurance
  • Russia's jamming capabilities are straining Ukraine's limited supplies of off-the-shelf drones and threatening to sideline a key component of Ukraine's arsenal as the Kremlin mass produces its own fleet of drones. DNyuz
  • Seoul Robotics is planning a pre-IPO round in 2024 with the goal of listing on the KOSDAQ by 2025, aiming to attract top talent and strengthen its competitive position through focused R&D efforts. PR Newswire

Last updated: 25 March 2024



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