Podcasts about drone delivery

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Cameron Bishop from Raincatcher, master storyteller Shatori Shakoor and Yasir Drabu from Taazaa.     In this episode, we sit down with Cameron Bishop, seasoned executive and managing director at Raincatcher, to unpack the emotional, financial, and strategic rollercoaster of selling a business. From lifestyle traps and unsellable companies to post-COVID burnout and vanishing employees, Cameron shares real-world insights into what makes a business truly valuable—and what makes owners finally say, “I'm done.” Read more at: https://www.raincatcher.com/     Satori Shakoor is a master storyteller, writer, and social entrepreneur, best known as the founder and Executive Producer of The Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers®. A former Bride of Funkenstein with George Clinton and Parliament/Funkadelic, she now leads storytelling workshops and offers private coaching to individuals and organizations. Read more at: https://www.satorishakoor.com/     Yasir Drabu is the founder and CEO of Taazaa and leads hundreds of passionate engineers in building advanced custom software solutions for healthcare, finance, eCommerce, and other industries. Taazaa's goal is to make great software more accessible to the organizations that need it, with the core belief that software should make life easier. Read more at: https://www.taazaa.com/   Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes. Chapters (00:00:00) - Richard and Elizabeth Gearhart on Ramping Up Your Business(00:00:24) - Passage to Profit(00:01:57) - How to Build a Network for Starting Your Business(00:03:33) - Yasir Akhtar on Networking(00:04:46) - How to Network for Your Business(00:08:30) - What Does a Business Broker Do?(00:12:03) - Have You Got a Sellable Business?(00:14:20) - How to Prepare for the Sale of Your Business(00:18:30) - When to Sell Your Business?(00:19:49) - Small Business Health Insurance Hotline(00:21:50) - Business Broker: Should I Sell My Business?(00:24:15) - Amazon's Drone Delivery, in the News(00:26:13) - Patents and Trademarks(00:29:45) - How to Get Your Business Out of Podcasting(00:31:00) - Colon Cancer, the science of it(00:32:33) - Satori Shakur's Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers(00:38:27) - Storytelling at the White House(00:39:21) - Tell Your Story(00:42:11) - Tori on Starting To Tell Stories(00:42:58) - Satori Yakur on Storytellers(00:44:19) - Where to Build a Custom Software Solution?(00:46:24) - What Are Agents in AI?(00:48:43) - How AI is Affecting Your Company(00:50:10) - Can GPTs Be Validated in Business?(00:52:50) - Do You Think People Are Destroying Podcasts?(00:53:31) - How to Get Your Law Job Through AI(00:55:45) - Tax Doctor: How to Solve a Back Tax Debt(00:56:49) - Cameron Bishop on the Future of Tech(00:58:07) - Secret to Starting a Business: Career Resilience(01:00:46) - What is your secret to building a business?(01:01:30) - Passage to Profit

Highlights from their conversation include:Manna's Mission (1:23)Customer Adoption Rates (4:56)Regulatory Environment (7:54)Scaling Operations (8:38)Regulatory Advice (13:01)Community Engagement Challenges (16:38)Importance of Local Communication (20:59)Impact of Scale on Delivery Economics (24:05)Doordash's Offensive Strategy (27:06)Challenges of U.S. Market Entry (28:10)Future of Drone Delivery (30:21)Evolution of Shopping Behavior (32:20)Future Logistics and Fulfillment Centers (33:24)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (34:33)Dynamo is a VC firm led by supply chain and mobility specialists that focus on seed-stage, enterprise startups.Find out more at: https://www.dynamo.vc/

Highlights from their conversation include:Welcoming Bola to the Dynamo Team (0:41)Founders in the Industrial Sector (3:14)Madelyn's Promotion and Focus (5:37)Geopolitical Tensions and Supply Chain (7:35)Dynamo's Rebranding and Focus (12:03)AI's Role in Venture Capital (18:02)Navigating Global Trade Policies (22:54)Impact of Tariffs on Supply Chain (24:01)Non-Tariff Restrictions and Semiconductor Industry (26:04)  Consumer Confidence and Economic Outlook (29:12)Uncertainty in Manufacturing Sector (32:29)Autonomous Vehicles and Market Trends (35:12)Future of Drone Delivery and Parting Thoughts (39:15)Dynamo is a VC firm led by supply chain and mobility specialists that focus on seed-stage, enterprise startups.Find out more at: https://www.dynamo.vc/

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, Stewart Alsop III talks with Bobby Healy, CEO and co-founder of Manna Drone Delivery, about the evolving frontier where the digital meets the physical—specifically, the promise and challenges of autonomous drone logistics. They explore how regulatory landscapes are shaping the pace of drone delivery adoption globally, why Europe is ahead of the U.S., and what it takes to build scalable infrastructure for airborne logistics. The conversation also touches on the future of aerial mobility, the implications of automation for local commerce, and the philosophical impacts of deflationary technologies. For more about Bobby and Manna, visit mana.aero or follow Bobby on Twitter at @RealBobbyHealy.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversation!Timestamps00:00 – Stewart Alsop introduces Bobby Healy and opens with the promise vs. reality of drone tech; Healy critiques early overpromising and sets the stage for today's tech maturity.05:00 – Deep dive into FAA vs. EASA regulation, highlighting the regulatory bottleneck in the U.S. and the agility of the EU's centralized model.10:00 – Comparison of airspace complexity between the U.S. and Europe; Healy explains why drone scaling is easier in the EU's less crowded sky.15:00 – Discussion of urban vs. suburban deployment, the ground risk challenge, and why automated (not fully autonomous) operations are still standard.20:00 – Exploration of pilot oversight, the role of remote monitoring, and how the system is already profitable per flight.25:00 – LLMs and vibe coding accelerate software iteration; Healy praises AI-powered development, calling it transformative for engineers and founders.30:00 – Emphasis on local delivery revolution; small businesses are beating Amazon with ultra-fast drone drop-offs.35:00 – Touches on Latin America's opportunity, Argentina's regulatory climate, and localized drone startups.40:00 – Clarifies noise and privacy concerns; drone presence is minimal and often unnoticed, especially in suburbs.45:00 – Final thoughts on airspace utilization, ground robots, and the deflationary effect of drone logistics on global commerce.Key InsightsDrone Delivery's Real Bottleneck is Regulation, Not Technology: While drone delivery technology has matured significantly—with off-the-shelf components now industrial-grade and reliable—the real constraint is regulatory. Bobby Healy emphasizes that in the U.S., drone delivery is several years behind Europe, not due to a lack of technological readiness, but because of a slower-moving and more complex regulatory environment governed by the FAA. In contrast, Europe benefits from a nimble, centralized aviation regulator (EASA), which has enabled faster deployment by treating regulation as the foundational "product" that allows the industry to launch.The U.S. Airspace is Inherently More Complex: Healy draws attention to the density and fragmentation of U.S. airspace as a major challenge. From private planes to hobbyist aircraft and military operations, the sheer volume and variety of stakeholders complicate the regulatory path. Even though the FAA has created a solid framework (e.g., Part 108), implementing and scaling it across such a vast and fragmented system is slow. This puts the U.S. at a disadvantage, even though it holds the largest market potential for drone delivery.Drone Logistics is Already Economically Viable at a Small Scale: Unlike many emerging technologies, drone delivery is already profitable on a per-flight basis. Healy notes that Manna's drones, operating primarily in suburban areas, achieve unit economics that allow them to scale without needing to replace human pilots yet. These remote pilots still play a role for oversight and legal compliance, but full autonomy is technically ready and likely to be adopted within a few years. This puts Manna ahead of competitors, including some well-funded giants.Suburban and Rural Areas Will Benefit Most from Drone Delivery First: The initial commercial impact of drone delivery is strongest in high-density suburban regions where traditional logistics are inefficient. These environments allow for easy takeoff and landing without the spatial constraints of dense urban cores. Healy explains that rooftops, parking lots, and small-scale launch zones can already support dozens of flights per hour. Over time, this infrastructure could rebalance urban and rural economies by enabling local producers and retailers to compete effectively with large logistics giants.Drone Logistics Will Redefine Local Commerce: One of the most compelling outcomes discussed is how drone delivery changes the playing field for small, local businesses. Healy shares an example of a local Irish bookstore now beating Amazon on delivery speed thanks to Manna's platform. With a six-minute turnaround from purchase to backyard delivery, drone logistics could dramatically lower barriers to entry for small businesses, giving them access to modern fulfillment without needing massive infrastructure.Massive Deflation in Logistics Could Lead to Broader Economic Shifts: Healy argues that drone delivery, like AI, will drive a deflationary wave across sectors. By reducing the marginal cost of transportation to near zero, this technology could increase consumption and economic activity while also creating new jobs and opportunities in non-urban areas. This shift resembles the broad societal transformation brought on by the spread of electricity in the early 20th century—ubiquitous, enabling, and invisible.Drones Could Transform Defense Strategy Through “Mutually Assured Defense”: In a thought-provoking segment, Healy discusses how cheap, scalable drone technology might shift the geopolitical landscape. Instead of focusing solely on destruction, drones could enable countries to build robust “defense clouds” over their borders—creating a deterrent similar to nuclear weapons but more accessible and less catastrophic. He proposes that wide-scale deployment of autonomous defensive drones could prevent conflicts by making invasion logistically impossible.

News coverage about drones often focuses on warfare, but the impact of this evolving technology is far broader. Zipline's co-founder and CEO Keller Cliffton joins Rapid Response to chart the company's recent expansion from transporting blood for life-saving transfusions in Rwanda, to retail deliveries across eight countries — including high-profile partnerships with the likes of Walmart, Chipotle, Panera, and the Mayo Clinic. Zipline's do-good health efforts and commercial deliveries are all part of Cliffton's vision for a radical, new transportation network. As we look to understand the societal impacts of AI and autonomy, Zipline is a case study in what's possible for a future of consumers hungry for accessibility and speed. Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

welcome to wall-e's tech briefing for wednesday, april 16th! explore the latest in tech developments: microsoft & discord acquisition talks: microsoft is in discussions to acquire discord for over $10 billion, aiming to enhance its gaming capabilities and expand its community presence with discord's 140 million active users. amazon's autonomous delivery drones: amazon is launching autonomous delivery drones in select u.s. cities to improve delivery efficiency and address last-mile delivery challenges, marking a significant move for its prime air fleet. intel's new manufacturing facilities: intel announces a $20 billion plan to build two new manufacturing facilities in arizona, reinforcing its commitment to domestic chip production amid the global semiconductor shortage. join us tomorrow for more tech updates!

Can drones solve some of the age-old issues with delivery? Naturally, there isn't one answer and it's a wide world of possibilities to explore. Tim Ridgely, VP of online ordering at Paytronix, joins QSR editorial director Danny Klein to paint a potential vision of the future and why some of these solutions might be closer to reality than operators realize.

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Amazon Launches Nova Sonic Voice AI – Amazon unveils Nova Sonic, a next-gen voice model built on Bedrock, offering faster, more natural interactions—80% cheaper than OpenAI's models and now powering Alexa Plus.Zipline and Walmart Bring 30-Minute Drone Delivery to Texas – Walmart expands its drone delivery pilot with Zipline to the Dallas-Fort Worth area, offering customers in Mesquite ultra-fast service using precision tethered drones.Sam's Club to Open 15 Stores a Year, Renovate All 600 – Sam's Club plans a major expansion and full remodel of its U.S. locations, focusing on digital-first design and e-commerce integration despite economic headwinds and tariffs.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!

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The history underlying Apple's decision to pull its Advanced Data Protection feature from the UK market, criticisms of the UK, Apple and a few of Apple's loudest critics, and thoughts on the future of drone delivery after Ben's interview with Manna CEO Bobby Healy. At the end: font guidance and memecoins.

There are plans to expand drone delivery services across Dublin, however, some residents have concerns over noise and safety. Manna has already made over 150,000 deliveries by air and says it has received 53 complaints in 12 months. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie, has been speaking with those who could soon have drones flying overhead.

There are plans to expand drone delivery services across Dublin, however, some residents have concerns over noise and safety. Manna has already made over 150,000 deliveries by air and says it has received 53 complaints in 12 months. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie, has been speaking with those who could soon have drones flying overhead.

In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep with Flytrex CEO Yariv Bash to explore how drone delivery is revolutionizing the restaurant industry. With over 130,000 successful deliveries under their belt, Flytrex has become America's largest drone delivery service, bringing hot food to customers' backyards in just 3-4 minutes. The future of food delivery looks promising as Bash reveals how their drones can carry up to 10 pounds, operate at lower costs than traditional delivery services, and maintain consistently high food quality. From partnerships with major chains like Papa John's and Walmart to their innovative approach to suburban delivery, discover how this technology is set to transform the way we get our favorite meals delivered.DroneDelivery #FoodTech #FutureOfDeliveryAre you a hospitality or restaurant industry leader looking to amplify your voice and establish yourself as a thought leader? Look no further than SavorFM, the premier podcast platform designed exclusively for hospitality visionaries like you. ➡ Visit www.savor.fmFollow on X: Savor_fm

Amazon is to trial drone delivery in the UK. Will you be signing up? Some have concerns around safety and privacy. Frank spoke to blogger Helen McClements and drone operator Dean Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Volatus Aerospace is driving global #growth with its recent merger with Drone Delivery Canada, expanding capabilities in #cargo delivery and #autonomous #drone operations. Alongside strategic acquisitions, the company is empowering the next generation through the #SEAR Program, which equips #students with skills in drone #technology and #data analysis to solve real-world challenges. At the 2024 Commercial UAV News Expo in Las Vegas, our Co-founder and CEO, Eszter Kovács, interviewed Volatus Aerospace's Abhinav Singhvi, CFO, and Danielle Gagne, Head of Marketing and Communications. They shared insights of their strong foundation in safety, compliance, and #innovation. From industry consolidation to public engagement, Volatus is setting new standards in drone services and paving the way for the future of #aviation. Learn how they're shaping the drone industry with innovation, education, and global expansion

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This week, we took a field trip to the Phoenix suburbs to see Amazon's newest iteration of drone delivery service in action. We toured the facility where these drones are in operation, spoke with the vice president and general manager of Prime Air, David Carbon, and watched from a local backyard as our own order dropped from the sky.Guest:David Carbon, vice president and general manager of Amazon Prime Air.We want to hear from you. Email us at hardfork@nytimes.com. Find “Hard Fork” on YouTube and TikTok. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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Topics this week include: Amazon drone delivery takes off in Arizona, Updates to 2025 fees for Buy with Prime, Multi-Channel Fulfillment, Amazon Warehousing and Distribution, and Supply Chain by Amazon Managed Service, 2025 Updates to US Referral and Fulfillment by Amazon Fees In the news: Will Court Uphold TikTok Ban? What To Know As Ruling Expected This Week Wired Investors New York Magazine Questions: You have mentioned in previous calls about the opportunity within clothing/apparel. Can you elaborate more on this and where you are seeing opportunities based on your experience with students/clients. What are the pros and cons for going the apparel route as a new seller as opposed to non-apparel products? Where have you seen sellers find success in this category?   ⬇️ Click to view my available resources! https://www.andyisom.com/ Some products and resources mentioned in this episode may no longer be offered. Please visit my website or DM me on social media for currently available downloads, resources, and coaching programs!

It's hard enough to get access to the medicine you need… even under the best of circumstances. You gotta ask your doctor to fill the prescription, gotta get to the pharmacy, wait in line, and have a ride home.  Now imagine how much harder the whole errand is when the only way to get to the pharmacy… is by boat. That's the challenge facing folks who live on Smith Island, which sits 10 miles off the coast of Crisfield in the Chesapeake Bay.  Maryland recently received federal funds for a pilot project to get drones able to make medical deliveries. For details, we're joined by John Slaughter, director of the University of Maryland's Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Research and Operations Center. Links:Governor Moore Announces $1.7 Million in Federal Funding for Eastern Shore Drone Pilot Program to Improve Access to Health Care ResourcesUMD to Develop Drone-Delivery Program for Patients on Rural IslandDo you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472

Amazon begins delivering certain products via drone in Phoenix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another episode of Category Visionaries — the show that explores GTM stories from tech's most innovative B2B founders. In today's episode, we're speaking with Yariv Bash, Co-Founder & CEO of Flytrex, a drone delivery platform that has raised $60 Million in funding.  Here are the most interesting points from our conversation: Space to Drones: Yariv's journey from leading a lunar mission to co-founding Flytrex, transitioning from spacecraft to drone delivery. Tech Innovation: Flytrex's unique approach to ensuring food remains fresh during delivery, using straight-line flight paths for speed and efficiency. Overcoming Regulations: Yariv's insights into navigating FAA regulations for commercial drone delivery in the U.S. and how they're at the final stage of approval. Logistical Efficiency: Flytrex's ability to hire part-time employees with benefits, distinguishing them from competitors that rely on gig workers. Competing Lean: Flytrex's strategy for competing against billion-dollar companies by maintaining a lean, efficient business model from day one. Expanding Beyond Food: Yariv's vision of scaling Flytrex to deliver not just food but also retail goods like clothing and electronics in under 10 minutes.   //   Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe.  www.GlobalTalent.co  

In this episode of the Food On Demand Podcast, host Bernadette interviews Wow Bao CEO Geoff Alexander on redefining the restaurant experience through non-traditional locations, technology and gamification in the metaverse. Co-host Adam also joins to discuss the state of drone delivery and a delivery speed test on DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub.   

Bad gigs, good moods, and memorable moments in moviegoing. All courtesy of Pete Smith's Drone Delivery™. Recorded August 1st, 2024. Access additional content and support the show - join The Hideout Society. Follow @fromthehideout: Instagram Facebook TikTok Spread the word #FromTheHideout Credits Pete Smith | Tony Martin | Djovan Caro Music by Mitch McTaggart Produced by Alex Amster and Djovan Caro Copyright 2024 Thank You For Your Time

In this podcast, listeners will hear from a pharmacy leader about the pioneering experience of her health system's pharmacy drone delivery program. Discussion will include implications for the medication-use process, lessons learned, and future considerations for pharmacy drone deliveries.   The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

In this episode of Your Drone Questions. Answered, host John Dickow sits down with Shyon Samadi, an sUAS flight operator with Wing and owner of Virginia Drone Shots, to discuss the current state of drone deliveries.Key points covered:The progress of drone deliveries from concept to realityMajor players in the drone delivery space, including Walmart's partnershipsHow drone deliveries work, from order placement to deliveryTechnological advancements like Wing's auto-loader systemLimitations and challenges facing the industry, including climate and regulationsTypes of drones used for deliveriesAdvice for those looking to enter the drone delivery industryShyon provides insider insights into this rapidly evolving field, comparing its current state to "going from elementary school to middle school." Whether you're a drone enthusiast or simply curious about the future of deliveries, this episode offers valuable information on where the industry stands in 2024 and where it's headed.Don't forget to submit your own drone questions at YDQA.io or through our Drone Launch Connect community!

In the latest edition of Omni Talk's Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Chad Lusk and Adam Thompson discuss: If Walmart's Drone Pullback Spells The Eventual End Of Drone Delivery? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/IpxQ9sh4zMU

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy's, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:Walmart is discontinuing its drone delivery service in Phoenix, Salt Lake City, and Tampa, leading to the closure of 18 hubs and the loss of 70 jobs at partner DroneUp. Netflix has partnered with Google to introduce a shoppable integration for "Emily in Paris," allowing viewers to use Google Lens to purchase fashion items from the show. Democratic Presidential nominee Kamala Harris has proposed a federal ban on grocery price-gouging, targeting companies that exploit crises for profit.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!

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Do you live in Melbourne? Lucky you! You could be getting DoorDash delivered to you via drones. Hear more about it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7-Eleven gets ready to celebrate its 97th birthday. Grocery stores start selling firearm ammunition. And Walmart's drone delivery program faces a new challenge in Florida – target practice.

Welcome back to The Vertical Space! In this episode, we reconnect with Bobby Healy, CEO and Founder of Manna Drone Delivery. Bobby returns to discuss how Manna has not only met but exceeded initial expectations over the past two years. He dives deep into the details of Manna's unit economics, revealing how they achieve profitability with every flight, even when delivering a single cup of coffee. Bobby provides insights into the evolution of drone delivery over the past two years. He reflects on initial assumptions versus actual outcomes, highlighting pleasant surprises, disappointments, and his vision for the future. He emphasizes the economic viability of drone delivery, contrasting B2C and B2B strategies and sharing insights on market dynamics. Moreover, Bobby challenges the status quo of road-based logistics, advocating for a future where drones dominate last-mile deliveries. He also outlines his vision for advancing air mobility beyond drone delivery, offering compelling insights into future industry investments.

Walmart adds drone delivery to its smartphone app in metro Dallas-Fort Worth. Wawa breaks ground on new stores in Ohio and Indiana. And Publix donates $130,000 to support fishery improvement projects.

i'm wall-e, welcoming you to today's tech briefing for friday, may 31st. spacex starship launch: spacex is gearing up for its fourth orbital flight test on june 5th, focusing on testing a reusable heat shield. ceo elon musk highlights the challenges, aiming for a controlled reentry and splashdown in the indian ocean, pending faa approval. amazon drone delivery expansion: amazon secures faa approval to extend its prime air service beyond ground spotter range, planning to enlarge its delivery area in texas and expand to more u.s. cities by 2025 with a goal of 500 million packages annually by drone. google invests in malaysia: google announces a $2 billion investment for its first data center and cloud region in malaysia, projecting a $3.2 billion contribution to gdp and creating 26,500 jobs by 2030. this move aligns with malaysia's 'cloud first policy' and mirrors similar investments in southeast asia. apple siri ai update: apple plans a significant ai update for siri in ios 18, enabling voice control of specific app features and automatic activation based on user activity. set to start with apple's apps and expand to hundreds of commands, improving user experience with multiple task handling. spotify car thing backlash: spotify faces backlash and a class-action lawsuit following the decision to discontinue its in-car streaming device. users frustrated by the device's end of functionality on december 9, 2024, prompt spotify to offer refunds amid ongoing controversy. that's all for today. we'll see you back here tomorrow.

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Drone delivery is here and it is an increasingly viable mode for home delivery. Tom Walker and Joe Lynch discuss the logistics and economics of drone delivery. Tom is the Founder and CEO of DroneUp, a pioneering autonomous drone delivery company that specializes in last-mile delivery. About Tom Walker Tom Walker is the Founder and CEO of DroneUp. DroneUp provides drone delivery and flight services to organizations and communities. Tom has also brought a singular purpose to the Unmanned Transportation (UTM) market – to bring the economic benefits of drones that are essential for communities and our competitive standing in the world to market safely. Tom is a recognized pioneer in military and government digital reform, having managed the extensive programming and web enablement of computer systems to support both the U.S. and International Special Forces. As a result of his thesis, The Point of Mobile Confluence, Tom was tapped as an advisor to the White House on innovative technologies and their impact on the emerging workforce. The data from the research, combined with his military search and rescue experience, led to the creation of DroneUp. Tom is a UAS industry pioneer with patents on mobile app technology. He has led pandemic drone delivery testing under FAA Part 107 Regulations with the State of Virginia, which established the partnership team focused on free COVID-19 test kit delivery with Walmart. Soon after that, under Tom's leadership, the first drone airport, the DroneUp Hub, was founded. About DroneUp DroneUp is a pioneering autonomous drone delivery company that specializes in providing innovative and efficient solutions for last-mile delivery. DroneUp's proprietary autonomous technology is integrated with its ground infrastructure to provide affordable and scalable last-mile delivery. With a commitment to utilizing cutting-edge technology and a customer-centric approach, DroneUp is revolutionizing the way goods are transported, making delivery faster, safer, and more cost-effective. Founded in 2016, DroneUp is headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia. DroneUp provides drone delivery service in 34 locations across six states for the #1 retailer in the world, Walmart. Key Takeaways: Drone Delivery is Here DroneUP is a San Diego based drone delivery company that was founded in 2017. DroneUP has a network of over 10,000 pilots who can deliver packages to customers within minutes. The company offers a variety of delivery services, including last-mile delivery, emergency response, and aerial photography. DroneUP has partnered with companies such as Walmart, FedEx, and CVS to provide drone delivery services. DroneUP is one of the leading drone delivery companies in the United States and is committed to providing safe and reliable drone delivery services. DroneUP is developing new technologies and services to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of drone delivery. The company is also working to expand its network of pilots and partners to reach more customers. DroneUP is a fast-growing company that is poised to play a major role in the future of drone delivery. DroneUP is a member of the Drone Delivery Alliance, a coalition of companies working to advance the commercialization of drone delivery. Learn More About Drone Delivery is Here Tom Walker on LinkedIn DroneUP on LinkedIn DroneUp website The Path Forward is Up | DroneUp Halloween Stock Up Pilot Pick | DroneUp Taco Tuesday Pilot Picks | DroneUp About DroneUp | The Leading Drone Service Provider Episode Sponsor: Wreaths Across America Wreaths Across America Radio – Wreaths Across America Episode Sponsor: Greenscreens.ai Greenscreens.ai's dynamic pricing infrastructure built to grow and protect margins. The Greenscreens.ai solution combines aggregated market data and customer data with advanced machine learning techniques to deliver short-term predictive freight market pricing specific to a company's individual buy and sell behavior. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube  

Zipline originally established itself delivering medical supplies in rural Africa. Now, Zipline cofounder and CTO Keenan Wyrobek talks with senior editor Stephen Cass about recent milestones in bringing commercial drone delivery to the United States, including the development of Platform 2 and its tethered mini-droid that makes precision drop-offs possible in urban areas. 

On today's podcast episode, we discuss how the Apple monopoly trial could change the smartphone market, whether Aldi can take on Walmart, if gambling ads will get banned, the impact of Amazon's "Big Spring Sale," how seriously we should be taking drone delivery, where the happiest people in the world live, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Blake Droesch and vice presidents of content Suzy Davidkhanian and Paul Verna.   Follow us on Instagram at:  https://www.instagram.com/insiderintelligence/   For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com. For more information visit: https://www.insiderintelligence.com/contact/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com    For a transcript of this episode click here:      © 2024 EMARKETER Behind every good decision is great data—and Nielsen has the best data. We give marketers and content studios a direct connection to their audiences so they can understand why they love what they love. Get prepared with Nielsen's 2024 Upfronts Newfronts Guide.

New aerospace businesses seem to be launching every month, including electric ultralights, eVTOL air taxis, drone delivery services, and private space flight. As a longtime pilot and venture capitalist, Ben Marcus is the perfect person to sort through the hype. He explains which business models will work first, why Walmart is finding success with drone delivery, and what benefits GA pilots might see as a result of this investment boom. Ben also founded JetAviva, a popular airplane broker, so he talks about the light jet boom of the last 25 years and what it takes to transition from a piston airplane to a single pilot turbine. In the Ready to Copy segment, you'll hear about common charging standards for eVTOLs, the best light jet on the market, and Ben's favorite backcountry strip in Arkansas. SHOW LINKS: The Moving World Report: https://up.partners/movingworld/ The GameBird: https://youtu.be/pnFFyjkvDEg Pilot Training+ membership: https://www.sportys.com/sportys-pilot-training-plus.html

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, where we delve into today's transformative headlines reshaping the retail landscape.In our first story, Nike reevaluates its direct-to-consumer strategy amidst flat third-quarter revenue, opting to refocus on wholesale partnerships and product innovation to revitalize its performance.Meanwhile, Shein, the fashion powerhouse, announces a paradigm shift with its "supply chain as a service" initiative, offering its cutting-edge supply chain infrastructure to global brands amid regulatory scrutiny and increased competition.DoorDash takes to the skies with a pioneering pilot program in Christianburg, Virginia, partnering with Wing to launch drone delivery of Wendy's orders, marking a significant milestone in the integration of drone technology into on-demand delivery services.Lastly, Five Below adjusts its approach to self-checkout in response to inventory loss concerns, limiting self-checkouts and implementing measures to combat shrinkage while maintaining robust Q4 performance.Stay informed with Retail Daily Minute, brought to you by Omni Talk. Watch out for more revolutionary developments, brought to you daily, in the dynamic world of retail!

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Shannon Nash, Chief Financial Officer, Wing, an Alphabet company joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss Wing's operations in the Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) region and why 2024 is the year of autonomous drone delivery. The conversation begins with Shannon discussing how Wing is approaching autonomy and how the service works. The most commonly delivered item is hot coffee. In Frisco, Texas through a partnership with Walmart, Wing is able to deliver hot coffee (without spilling it) to customers with-in five minutes. Wing's autonomous delivery drones have FAA approval to fly Beyond the Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) enabling the company to scale the service.In the Dallas Fort Worth area with Walmart we are able to go six miles from the location of the Walmart to the customer's home. – Shannon NashIn the Dallas Fort Worth region, Wing is currently operating in two locations with Walmart — Frisco and Lewisville. These two strategic locations enables Wing to reach over 60,000 residences. In addition to these two locations, Wing will be expanding drone delivery operations with Walmart later this year in the DFW region. Wing and Walmart's goal is to cover 75% of the DFW region with a drone delivery service. Autonomy is one the keys to scaling in addition to fitting into the existing workflow of delivery. When you introduce a service like Wing you want to make sure that you don't disrupt those workflows. – Shannon NashWorkflow integration is clearly working as Wing has successfully completed over 350,000 deliveries across three continents to date. When Wing looks to launch service in a new city or region they engage with the local community to understand their needs, wants and desires and most importantly explain the service to them. They host events in the local community and bring the drones along for show and tell days, so when they launch commercial service there are no surprises. We will continue as we expand to do that community outreach and really that community partnership. – Shannon NashTo scale, Wing is developing the Wing Delivery Network which will unlock efficiencies as the drones will not return to base, instead they will go to the next pickup location. When the network is up and operating, Wing will be able to increase deliveries beyond 1,000 packages a day.Today, Wing drones can carry packages weighing up to 2.6 pounds and they recently announced a new drone known as the Big Box Plane that is capable of handling packages up to 5 pounds. These drones are capable of flying up to 65 mph. Wrapping up the conversation, Shannon shares her vision for the future the future of Wing.Recorded on Tuesday, February 13, 2023--------About The Road to AutonomyThe Road to Autonomy® is a leading source of data, insight and analysis on autonomous vehicles/trucks and the emerging autonomy economy™. The company has two businesses: The Road to Autonomy Indices, with Standard and Poor's Dow Jones Indices as the custom calculation agent; Media, which includes The Road to Autonomy podcast and This Week in The Autonomy Economy newsletter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the latest edition of Omni Talk's Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Walmart Expanding DFW Drone Delivery Pilot For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/BJpkXIQqRtQ

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