Amazon testing drone flights in UK ahead of 2026 air delivery launch
Just weeks after Amazon axed its plans to launch its first drone delivery service in Italy, the company has started to test drone flights in the UK ahead of the planned launch of an airborne delivery service there later in 2026.
In the Arctic, drones help identify deadly virus in whales
Scientists took samples from whale blow, identifying possible disease risks for marine mammals in northern seas.
US adds new models of China’s DJI and all other foreign-made drones to its blacklist
The FCC move, which does not affect existing DJI models, is a significant escalation in Washington's battle to crack down on Chinese drones.
Govt stepping up efforts to modernise air defence assets
KUALA LUMPUR: Efforts to modernise air defence assets are being accelerated to keep pace with evolving technology and regional security dynamics, says Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin.
Electric vehicle prowess helps China's flying car sector take off
Globally, technical and regulatory challenges have prevented the much-hyped flying car sector from getting off the ground.
New tech could help COP30's Amazon rainforest protection goals
In Amazon, tech is being deployed to protect nature. One project uses drones, AI to restore degraded forests.
Takeoff of China's flying taxis hits turbulence
The biggest challenge for developing eVTOL aircraft is maintaining longer flights and overcoming battery capacity limitations.
Could 5G unlock a new era of smarter, faster robotics and drones in Malaysia?
Expert says success lies in putting people first.
Melaka committed to nurturing young talent in science and innovation, says CM
MELAKA: Melaka is determined to build a generation of young locals who are skilled in technology and innovation, said Datuk Seri Utama Ab Rauf Yusoh.
Agricultural drone operators must apply for CAAM licence, says Mardi
KOTA BARU: The Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (Mardi) has advised all agricultural drone operators to apply for a valid drone operating licence from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM).
