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A lot of the heavy lifting for the 2026 defense authorization bill wrapped up in the House last week. That Chamber's Armed Services Committee finished its annual marathon markup session with a 55-2 vote that sent the bill to the House floor. And there were at least a couple of surprises from the Republican controlled committee areas where the bill contradicts some significant Trump administration priorities as we continue our coverage of this year's NDAA process, Federal News Network's Jared Serbu has details on that aspect of the legislation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's Defense & Aerospace Report Washington Roundtable, Dr. Patrick Cronin of the Hudson Institute think tank, Michael Herson of American Defense International, former Pentagon Europe chief Jim Townsend of the Center for a New American Security, former Pentagon comptroller Dr. Dov Zakheim of the Center for Strategic and International Studies join Defense & Aerospace Report Editor Vago Muradian to discuss Senate Republicans' move to rescind $9 billion in approved funding for foreign aid and public broadcasting; the House Armed Services Committee's NDAA markup as the Senate Armed Services Committee filed their version of the bill; President Trump's decision to sell arms to NATO members that would pass the weapons to Ukraine and 50-day deadline to make a peace deal otherwise Moscow would face stiff primary and secondary sanctions; the meeting between British Prime Minister Sir Kier Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz; France's new national security strategy; the de-escalating US-China trade war as a possible summit looms; Japan's Defense White Paper ahead of important Upper House election Sunday; China-Australia trade ties as war games and defense pressures mount; Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu's eroding coalition; Israel's strikes on Syria to prompt the country's interim leader to protect the country's Druze minority; and the rising death toll in Gaza rises as a Hamas deal remains elusive.

Vorige week spraken we de wens uit dat we graag een mooie All Time High van bitcoin wilden zien. Niet laf tegen de $112.000 aan, maar dik door de $120.000. Onze wens werd vervuld, met een top rond de $122.000. Genoeg om over te praten in de marktupdate dus. Daarnaast hebben we het over de thesis van Udi Wertheimer, blijkt de Strategic Bitcoin Stockpile van de VS kleiner dan gedacht en praten we je bij over de GENIUS wet in de VS. Veel luisterplezier!Probeer Bitcoin Alpha 2 weken gratis!Satoshi Radio wordt mede mogelijk gemaakt door: Amdax, Watson Law, HVK Stevens en onze hoofdsponsor Bitvavo.Timestamps(00:00:00) Welkom en Podcast Introductie(00:32:00) Bookmark van Bert: Udi: “this bitcoin thesis will retire your bloodline”(00:50:00) Bookmark van Bart: Strategic bitcoin stockpile blijkt meer een hoopje bitcoin: 28.988 BTC(00:59:30) Bookmark van Peter: Peter Thiel koopt 9,1% van de aandelen van BitMine (+15%)(01:03:00) Bookmark van Peter: Cantor Fitzgerald & Adam Back gaan bitcoin kopen(01:06:00) Bookmark van Bart: House Clears Key Crypto Bills for Final Vote After Record 9-Hour Standoff(01:13:00) Bookmark van Bart: Trumpt likely to fire Powell soon(01:23:00) Bookmark van Peter: Base heeft een rebrand(01:28:00) Marktupdate(02:31:36) EindeBookmarksBert:Udi: “this bitcoin thesis will retire your bloodline”Roadmap to 400k bitcoin by the end of the yearMost OG's soldBart:Strategic bitcoin stockpile blijkt meer een hoopje bitcoin: 28.988 BTCI'm alarmed by reports that the U.S. has sold off over 80% of its Bitcoin reserves—leaving just ~29,000 coins.No but they're the entity that was suppose to be holding the 200k btcId like to alert you to the fact that there is a difference between *seized assets* and *forfeited assets*.TRUMP LIKELY TO FIRE POWELL SOON, WHITE HOUSE OFFICIAL SAYSStrategy has acquired 4,225 BTC for ~$472.5 million at ~$111,827 per bitcoin$IBIT blew through the $80b mark last night, fastest ETF to get thereHouse Clears Key Crypto Bills for Final Vote After Record 9-Hour StandoffAttaching our Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act to the NDAA will ensure unelected bureaucrats are NEVER allowed to trade Americans' financial privacy for a CCP-style surveillance tool.Peter:Peter Thiel koopt 9,1% van de aandelen van BitMineStrategic Eth Reserve overzichtCantor Fitzgerald & Adam Back gaan bitcoin kopenJameson Lopp's voorstel voor Quantum ResistanceCoinbase lanceert Base 2.0

Send us a textBuckle up, buttercups—Jared's back in the Ones Ready team room, dishing out yesterday's DoD drama because the PAO couldn't update today's headlines. Hegeth's memo: stop being bureaucratic wimps, buy American drones fast—excessive caution is the enemy. Joint air drills with B-52s flexing on North Korea; AI saving lives in mass casualties; SOCOM slashing Skyraider buys in half, likely budget tight. Jared throws shade at AFSOC's PAO for dodging his interview ask, calls out China's South China Sea bullying flop, cheers Senate's A-10 rescue (thunder lives!). Wraps with cyber fails, Turkey's F-35 snub (beat it, nerds), and pushing for service members' right to repair gear without contractor scams. Tired of bland military news? This is your sarcastic, straight-talk wake-up from Ones Ready—no apologies.Key Takeaways:- Hegeth's drone memo: Stop being cowards and buy American expendables ASAP—excessive caution is the real enemy.

Today on the Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Things to think about when deploying AI tools in the cybersecurity space 64 straight years and counting for the NDAA--what's new in the 2026 bill Better IT but fewer people for the National Labor Relations BoardSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The 2026 National Defense Authorization Act is making its way through committee. This annual bill is always closely watched by defense contractors, and they're paying especially close attention this year. Here with some specific details is the CEO of the Professional Services council, Jim Carroll.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The House Armed Services Committee tackles its fiscal 2026 NDAA, with hundreds of amendments proposed. As the House readies to take up a Defense spending bill, three House Appropriations subcommittees mark up other fiscal 2026 bills. The Senate could vote today on a procedural motion related to the rescissions package.

Appropriators continue their work in both chambers as the House's Defense spending bill gets prepped for the floor. The House marks up its fiscal 2026 NDAA while one senator says his chamber's bill could get a vote before August. The House hones in on cryptocurrency policy as a trio of bills head to the floor.

The House could vote next week on its Defense appropriations bill, while the Senate runs into trouble with one of its bills. A Senate-passed stablecoin bill is on the House's agenda for next week. And the military's use of foreign supply chains is under scrutiny in the House's draft fiscal 2026 NDAA. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, July 11, 2025.

Senate appropriators mark up a trio of fiscal 2026 appropriations bills. The Senate Armed Services Committee continues to mark up its fiscal 2026 NDAA. A Senate Republican holdout says he expects his concerns about a rescissions package to be addressed. Jacob Fulton has your CQ Morning Briefing for Thursday, July 10, 2025.

The full Senate Armed Services Committee begins its NDAA markup. Trump's FAA nominee gets a Senate floor vote. The Senate could vote on a rescissions package next week. Jacob Fulton has your CQ Morning Briefing for Wednesday, July 8, 2025.

In his first year back in office, President Trump committed over $1 trillion to defense spending. With global tensions rising—from Europe to the Middle East to the Indo-Pacific—the U.S. is relying on its defense industry to stay ahead. Brownstein's Defense Team breaks down the delayed NDAA, the recently concluded reconciliation fight and the kickoff of FY2026 appropriations talks.

In this episode, Chad Sweet, co-founder and CEO of ModalAI, joins us to explore the evolving drone landscape and what's driving the next wave of innovation. Chad shares his perspective on the rising importance of FPV (first-person view) technology - especially in military and public safety applications - and why user experience, including ease of flight and high-quality video streaming, will be a key competitive edge going forward.We also dive into ModalAI's strategic partnership with Qualcomm and the company's focus on developing NDAA-compliant, AI-powered components that enable autonomy and advanced perception in small UAS. Chad offers insight into ModalAI's product development philosophy and how the drone industry has matured over the past decade.

Senators are set to begin a marathon "vote-a-rama" on the reconciliation bill this morning. The Senate Armed Services Committee is gearing up to dive into fiscal 2026 NDAA markups. And Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., says he will retire. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, June 30, 2025.

On this week's Defense & Aerospace Report Business Roundtable, sponsored by Bell, Dr. “Rocket” Ron Epstein of Bank of America Securities, Sash Tusa of the independent equity research firm Agency Partners, and Richard Aboulafia of the AeroDynamic advisory consultancy join host Vago Muradian to discuss a record week on Wall Street as President Trump announced a trade deal with China that convinced investors of declining tariffs risks, even as the president ended tariff talks with Canada and continues to pressure Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell to resign from his post for refusing to make steep interest rate cuts; outlook for defense spending as Congress continues to deliberate reconciliation, appropriations, the NDAA as well as rescissions package as lawmakers push back on the president's big beautiful bill; a successful NATO summit as the alliance agrees to spend 3.5 percent of GDP on defense and another 1.5 percent on national security infrastructure even as the Pentagon continues to weigh troops cuts from Europe; and Babcock reports full year 2025 results.

On this week's Defense & Aerospace Report Washington Roundtable, Dr. Patrick Cronin of the Hudson Institute think tank, Michael Herson of American Defense International, former Pentagon Europe chief Jim Townsend of the Center for a New American Security, former Pentagon comptroller Dr. Dov Zakheim of the Center for Strategic and International Studies join Defense & Aerospace Report Editor Vago Muradian to discuss Republican opposition to President Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill” as GOP leaders prepare to adopt unprecedented budget gimmicks to pay for the increasingly unpopular legislation; reconciliation, appropriations, the NDAA and rescissions; what's next for Iran's nuclear program after 12 days of hostilities that including US bombers striking Tehran's nuclear sites; Iran's vow not to return to the negotiating table despite Washington's call for more talks; NATO leaders' strategy of lavishing praise on the US president to curry favor and stall the withdrawal of American forces from Europe; Xi Jinping decides to skip the annual BRICS meeting in Rio de Janeiro prompting questions why the Chinese leader would miss such an important gathering; what's next in Gaza as Israel continues strikes and constricts aid; and the national implications of Democratic Socialist-candidate Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York mayoral primary.

Welcome to your weekly UAS news update, We have 4 stories for you: Executive Order rumors for Drones, Ohio bill to allow Shooting drones Down, Wing and FlyTrex partner, and a successful rescue with a drone.First up, you've probably heard some rumors that President Trump is expected to sign executive orders around drones. First step. close your eyes, breath, and relax. With that said, the orders, which may or may not be signed on Friday, would reportedly include updates about Part 108, Section 2209 from the 2016 Reauthorization Act, Section 1709 from the 2024 NDAA, and potentially include a Department of Commerce final ruling. And none of these things are actually a surprise.Part 108 is the reported name for the beyond visual line of sight ruling that we expect to be coming later this year. Not sure what an executive order would do other than telling the FAA to speed things up. That's a good thing.And finally, the one we know the least about, the Department of Commerce final ruling. We're not entirely sure what this rule will cover, if it will be an NPRM following the ANPRM from a few months ago, if it will cover DJI, or just drones in general, and if it will be a final ruling.As soon as we know more, we'll be posting shorts, with full videos to come.Next up, this week, we've got some eyebrow-raising news out of Ohio. State Representatives Angie King and Ty Mathews are pushing for a federal 'Defense Against Drones Act of 2025.' Get this: the proposed bill, H.R. 1907, would allow homeowners to legally use a shotgun to disable a drone flying within 200 feet above their property. Yes, 200 feet – that's roughly two-thirds the height of a cell tower, a very common altitude for us.Why the push? The lawmakers cite growing concerns over privacy, property rights, and public safety. Representative King pointed to incidents in her district where drones reportedly caused alarm, threatened livestock, and raised cybersecurity fears due to foreign-manufactured components. She said, "The growing use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) has led to serious concerns over privacy, property rights, and public safety, particularly when drones operate at low altitudes over residential and agricultural areas." So, this is their proposed fix for those local issues.For drone pilots, this is obviously a HUGE deal. Next up, Wing and Flytrex are teaming up. These two are usually competitors, so seeing them collaborate is a big deal for our drone industry! They're working together to share an automated air traffic and collision avoidance system. Think of it as an Unmanned Traffic Management, or UTM, platform specifically for their drone fleets.This system is designed to let both Wing, which is owned by Alphabet, and Flytrex, an Israel-based startup with a growing U.S. presence, exchange real-time flight plans and navigation data. The goal here is to make sure their drones can operate safely in the same airspace over Dallas without colliding. The technology will automatically adjust flight paths to prevent drones from being in the same spot at the same altitude at the same time. Flytrex has already completed 200,000 deliveries, and Wing is way up there with 450,000, so they both bring a ton of experience to the table.Shout out to Seattle Mountain Rescue, Great use of the drone to save lives! https://dronexl.co/2025/06/03/wing-flytrex-drone-air-traffic-system-dallas/https://dronexl.co/2025/06/03/drones-aid-in-dramatic-mount-si-teen-rescue/https://dronexl.co/2025/05/31/trump-new-orders-ban-chinese-dji-drones/https://dronexl.co/2025/05/28/ohio-lawmakers-drone-defense-act/

On this week's Look Ahead Podcast, sponsored by HII, Byron Callan of the independent Washington research firm Capital Alpha Partners joins Defense & Aerospace Report Editor Vago Muradian discuss the latest from the Hill as lawmakers grapple with reconciliation, the NDAA and appropriations, a rescission package from the Trump administration, as well as hearings and the Senate Armed Services Committee's reconciliation markup; the implications of the acrimony between President Trump and Elon Musk, and the outlook for SpaceX; a deeper look at Golden Dome in the wake of a major CSIS conference; takeaways from Oshkosh's investor day; important historical lessons from France before World War II; and a look at the week ahead.

On this week's Defense & Aerospace Report Washington Roundtable, Dr. Patrick Cronin of the Hudson Institute think tank, Michael Herson of American Defense International, former Pentagon Europe chief Jim Townsend of the Center for a New American Security, former Pentagon comptroller Dr. Dov Zakheim of the Center for Strategic and International Studies join Defense & Aerospace Report Editor Vago Muradian to discuss the outlook for President Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill” that's in peril as senators worry that tax cuts will increase the debt as the Congressional Budget Office warns that the debt will increase by another $2.4 trillion; Elon Musk called the spending plan a “disgusting abomination,” prompting a flurry of insults between the president and the man who helped getting him reelected as the world's richest man turned his sights on Republican leaders; reconciliation, the NDAA, appropriations as well as he administration's rescission and more detailed budget plans; the White House's decision tap US Air Force Lt. Gen. Alexus Grynkewich as NATO's next Supreme Allied Commander Europe, signaling America will keep the top military job in NATO; Britain's Strategic Defence Review that proposes more spending for nuclear weapons, doubling the attack sub fleet, buying more F-35 fighters, improving ground forces and jointness; Ukraine's daring attacks on Russia's strategic bombers and Kerch bridge; the consequential Shangri-La dialogue including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's warning about the threat posed by China; elections change the political dynamics in Seoul and Warsaw; Gaza descends further into chaos as Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu says that Israel needs to wean itself off US weaponry.

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Welcome to your weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week. First, DJI officially ends the Phantom line, SiFly releases the Q250 and Q12, more leaks surface about the potential DJI Mavic 4, and researchers develop a 'flying squirrel' drone with foldable wings.first up this week, it's the end of an era for one of the most iconic drone series ever. DJI has officially announced the retirement of its Phantom 4 Pro and Phantom 4 Advanced drones. It set the standard for prosumer drones for years. It's a bit sad to see the Phantom line go, but technology marches on. We've seen DJI focus heavily on the Mavic, Air, and Mini series for consumers and prosumers, and the Matrice line for enterprise. So, while the Phantom might be taking its final flight into the sunset, its legacy in shaping our drone industry is undeniable. Pour one out for the Phantom!Next up, SiFly has released the Q12, a medium-sized, long-endurance aircraft. The Q12 offers a two-hour continuous hover, three-hour forward flight time, and 90-mile range while carrying a 10lb payload. SiFly also released the Q250, a heavy-lift drone with a 200lb payload and a 100-minute endurance. Both of these look like pretty cool drones with maybe the best flight times we've seen from a multi-rotor. Also, both drones are NDAA compliant, making them a possible replacement for those entities that require compliant aircraft. Specifics on battery, connection link, and available payloads aren't currently available. We'll keep you updated if we see more about the SiFly Q250 or the Q12!Now for another DJI story, the rumor mill is churning again, this time about the potential DJI Mavic 4. According to Jasper Ellens, the Mavic 4 is becoming, in his words, "the world's most leaked drone." Recent reports suggest leaked promotional images, potential pricing details, and even photos of the retail boxes have surfaced online. Now, take this all with a grain of salt, as these are just leaks. One particularly interesting tidbit is the mention of a possible new controller, the RC Pro 2, which might feature a vertical screen. A vertical screen could be interesting for how information is displayed, maybe better for certain types of flight data, or even social media integration, who knows? Along with the leaks, there was a list of supposedly cancelled features, including no Pro Res, no electronic ND filters at launch, and no RC Track, which, for those who may not remember, is the rumored tracking beacon.And last up this week, we have a cool research story out of South Korea. Researchers at Pohang University of Science and Technology, or POSTECH, have developed a drone inspired by flying squirrels! This isn't your typical quadcopter. It features foldable wings designed to give it significantly more agility, especially when it comes to braking or making sharp turns mid-air. You know how quadcopters can feel a bit floaty sometimes when stopping? The idea here is that these foldable wings can deploy rapidly to act like air brakes, allowing for much quicker deceleration than propellers alone can manage. This mimics how a flying squirrel uses its membranes to glide and maneuver. Or the ornithopter in Dune... While it's still in the research phase, this kind of bio-inspired design is fascinating. It pushes the boundaries beyond standard drone configurations and could potentially lead to drones that can navigate complex environments much more effectively. https://dronexl.co/2025/04/29/flying-squirrel-drone-foldable-wings/https://dronexl.co/2025/04/26/dji-mavic-4-canceled-features-rc-pro-2/https://dronexl.co/2025/04/27/drones-drop-super-clams-florida-indian-river/https://dronexl.co/2025/04/29/dji-phantom-4-takes-final-flight/

House GOP leaders try to push through a budget blueprint after Wednesday's setback. The GOP gets a reprieve as Trump scales back many of his tariffs. A more flexible sort of contracting gets a look ahead of next year's NDAA. Jacob Fulton has your CQ Morning Briefing for Thursday, April 10.

Republicans want to bring back earmarks — but there could be some difficulties. Innovation will be a focus for lawmakers as they discuss the next NDAA, according to a key House Republican. Some House Republicans mull impeaching federal judges based solely on their rulings. Jacob Fulton has your CQ Morning Briefing for Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Welcome to Contracting Conversations! Join hosts Scott Williams and Jim Valley as they dive into the latest in contracting. This episode features Professor Scott Gilbreth from DAU Midwest Contracting Faculty, discussing the FY 25 NDAA. Professor Gilbreth shares insights on Section 802 concerning new limitations for cost contracts and the broader message from Congress. He also covers Section 819, which addresses interface standards for modular open systems (MOSA) to improve compatibility, cut costs, and encourage competition among contractors. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of Sections 802 and 819 and their implications for defense contracting. Available on DAU Media, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. If you enjoy our content, please hit the like button to support us!2025 NDAA Highlights Webinar - https://www.dau.edu/events/fy25-national-defense-authorization-act-ndaa-acquisition-highlights If you are watching this video on DAU Media, but rather watch on YouTube, go to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbF8yqm-r_M5czw5teb0PsAApple Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/contracting-conversations/id1621567225

This week on Off the Shelf,  Moshe Schwartz, president of Etherton and Associates, provides a briefing on select provisions in the FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and the broad national security landscape driving defense acquisition policy.  Schwartz outlines the traditional defense challenges, new challenges, and the budget constraints shaping overall defense policy.  Additionally, Schwartz highlights key provisions from the FY 2025 NDAA that focus on supply chainrisks, industrial base, and the defense contracting process.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Off the Shelf,  Moshe Schwartz, president of Etherton and Associates, provides a briefing on select provisions in the FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and the broad national security landscape driving defense acquisition policy. Schwartz outlines the traditional defense challenges, new challenges, and the budget constraints shaping overall defense policy.  Additionally, Schwartz highlights key provisions from the FY 2025 NDAA that focus on supply chainrisks, industrial base, and the defense contracting process.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Other Transaction Authority, or OTA, has been around for nearly six decades. Agencies have used this type of contracting with research labs, universities and small businesses to build prototypes. The 2016 defense policy bill changed what was once a rarely used contracting method into a popular tool, billions for moving innovative technologies into production Federal News Network's Anastasia Obis has followed this as part of our 25th year look back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Other Transaction Authority, or OTA, has been around for nearly six decades. Agencies have used this type of contracting with research labs, universities and small businesses to build prototypes. The 2016 defense policy bill changed what was once a rarely used contracting method into a popular tool, billions for moving innovative technologies into production Federal News Network's Anastasia Obis has followed this as part of our 25th year look back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to your weekly UAS news update we have 4 stories for you; DJI launches new dock and drone, Connecticut's “emergency” bill to ban Chinese drones, your last chance to comment on the Department of Commerce ANPRM, and LEDA calls out AUVSI.First up, DJI launched the new Dock 3 and Matrice 4D & 4TD!This is the first DJI dock designed for use on a vehicle, allowing the drone to launch directly from a mobile platform.The Dock 3 can operate and charge in extreme temperatures up to 122°F and down to -22°F. It's IP56-rated, and the Matrice 4D comes with anti-icing propellers.Speaking of the Matrice 4D, it's IP55 rated and offers 54 minutes of flight time or 47 minutes of hover time. Both the 4D and 4TD comes with a wide-angle camera, a 3X medium tele camera, a 7X long tele camera, and a laser range finder.The Thermal offers a near IR light and a 640X512 infrared thermal camera in addition to the other cameras.In conjunction with the release, AVSS, the Canadian parachute manufacturer, released a parachute for the Matrice 4D. While it is not yet on the FAA Declaration of Compliance list yet, the press release mentioned it will be FAA approved for operations over people. The parachute will be available in Q2 of this year.DJI just seems to be pumping them out this year!Next up, Connecticut's emergency bill on banning Chinese Drones.This bill has currently passed both chambers of the state's legislature and prohibits state agencies and municipalities from purchasing “Covered” drones starting in October of 2026 and a ban on operating in 2028.The legislation also restricts drone flights within 250 feet of critical electric and other utility infrastructure.If you're in Connecticut, please reach out to your representatives ASAP!Last up, there are only a few days left to make your voice heard!The Department of Commerce ANPRM's comment date ends on March 4th.Don't let folks in suits who have never flown drones write the narrative on what our UAS actually do.Please watch this video and comment!Speaking of getting your voices heard, the Law Enforcement Drone Association, or LEDA for short, expressed their disheartening at an opinion article written by AUVSI president Michael Robbins.Jon Beal, the President and CEO of LEDA mentions the oped written on drone blog DroneLife is "overt gaslighting regarding legislation related to the use of Drones from China."Beal explains that LEDA is a platform-agnostic organization whose stance "has always been to let member agencies and pilots decide what platform works best for them and their communities at large".He also explains that he has watches, which his own eyes, AUVSI representatives testify in support of banning Chinese drones for public safety agencies in various states.Beal goes on to question Robbin's understanding of how these bans affect agencies, forcing many of them to shut down their programs completely. As a result, agencies no longer have the ability to save lives and mitigate risk, including for the public at large. Beal also cites Robbin's lack of evidence in his statement that "security vulnerabilities are well-documented with the national security community". In response, Beal welcomes the stated clause in Section 1709 of the 2024 NDAA, which mandates a study of DJI and Autel drones for data security.Beal concludes by stating that "almost every one of our 3200 members is angered by the legislation happening in their states and our country borne from greed and in an attempt to limit their ability to save lives".https://www.flyingmag.com/connecticut-emergency-bill-would-ban-chinese-russian-drones/https://dronexl.co/2025/02/25/dji-m4td-dock-3-imminent-release/https://youtu.be/AYOcLhKpGDQhttps://www.ledauas.org/_files/ugd/78f471_7a7178eabda94a49b7bbacbbaba19986.pdf

Welcome to your weekly UAS news update we have 5 stories for you; A Drone Crash into Uranium Mine, GA bill to ban Chinese Drones, ND Senate rejects Chinese drone ban, Sumas Police Rescue, and New DJI Products!First up, don't be this guy.An alleged drone collision with mine equipment at the Pinyon Plain uranium mine here in AZ caused the mine to temporarily cease operations. While the size and type of the drone are unknown at this time, it supposedly struck a safety wire used to transport personnel into the 1,400' deep mine according to the Coconino County Sheriff's Office. After crashing into the equipment, the suspect, Bobby Mason, allegedly fled in a Ford F-150 leading to a series of incidents including two hit-and-runs near and inside of Grand Canyon National Park. The Coconino County Sheriff's Office has charged Mason with offenses including unlawful operation of an unmanned aircraft, Aggravated DUI, criminal damage, hit and run, reckless driving, and harassment. So, Don't be this guy. Next up, A Georgia bill would require Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security to create an approved drone list for public safety and government. The bill would give agencies a 3-year compliance window to acquire new aircraft that are on the approved list. If you live in Georgia, please let your legislators know what you think about House Bill 205. On the opposite side of the fence is North Dakota.North Dakota's Senate rejected a portion of a bill that would act as a replacement program for state-owned and operated Chinese drones. State Senator Kyle Davison led the motion to strip this text from the bill, citing the significant cost difference between Chinese and American-made drones. According to Senate Testimony, the M30 currently used by state agencies costs ~$7500 while NDAA-compliant alternatives cost between $20,000 and $50,000. The Senate preserved an $11,000,000 allocation to support BVLOS Operations in the same bill. A Drone story for good this week, coming from some Pilot Institute students in northern Washington State!Multiple agencies responded to a report of an elderly woman who'd gone missing during the night.After several hours of searching, the Sumas Police Department arrived on scene and an M30T was launched, locating the missing person in under 3 minutes.The woman had fallen down a steep slope near her residence and was hypothermic.Luckily, she was able to be rescued and was transported to the hospital.Shout out to Sumas Police Department, Great work, and thanks for what you guys do!Last up, DJI has released TWO new gimbals this week!This week we got a new Osmo Mobile 7, with active track 7.0, hand motion control, 10-hour run time, a built-in tripod, and magnetic mounting for accessories.The Osmo Mobile 7 entry level comes at $89, with the 7P model costing $149. DJI also released the RS4 Mini, and we actually got our hands on one to test out.It's got a 13-hour run time, a 4.4lb payload, an active track module, and native vertical shooting. Check out our full review here Join us later today for our happy hour in the community, Live Q&A on Monday, and Post Flight Monday in the community! We'll see you then! https://dronexl.co/2025/02/18/drone-strike-grand-canyon-mine/#google_vignettehttps://dronexl.co/2025/02/17/georgia-ban-chinese-drones-security/https://dronexl.co/2025/02/18/north-dakota-senate-rejects-chinese-drone-replacement/https://dronexl.co/2025/02/18/dji-smartphone-stabilizers-tracking/https://www.facebook.com/wcfd14/

Representative Rob Wittman is a Republican representing Virginia's 1st Congressional district in the US House of Representatives. Representative Pat Ryan is a Democrat representing New York's 18th Congressional district, and is a former Army intelligence officer who deployed to Iraq.  Together, they formed the House Modernization Caucus, driving key policies in national security innovation. On this episode of the Defense Tech Underground, Representative Wittman and Representative Ryan discuss the launch of the bipartisan Defense Modernization Caucus and early wins from the caucus in the 2025 NDAA. They explain the challenges for the Pentagon to move from a hardware centric organization to a software centric one, and discuss opportunities for the caucus to drive impact in defense innovation.  This episode is hosted by Jeff Phaneuf and Helen Phillips.    Congressman Wittman:  Congressman Rob Wittman was first elected to the United States Congress to serve Virginia's First Congressional District in 2007. While in office, he has focused on strengthening our military and supporting our nation's veterans, promoting a flourishing economy through fiscal responsibility and pro-growth policies, fixing our crumbling infrastructure, increasing access to high-speed internet, and promoting workforce development through Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programs. In the U.S. Congress, Congressman Wittman serves as vice chairman of both the House Armed Services Committee and the House Natural Resources Committee, where he is well-positioned to represent the needs of Virginia's First District. He has earned a strong reputation for being an advocate for our men and women in uniform and for being a champion of the Chesapeake Bay. Congressman Wittman was re-elected for his ninth full term in the U.S. House of Representatives in November 2024 and prior to that, he served in several levels of government. Congressman Wittman won his first campaign for public office in 1986 when he was elected to the Montross Town Council, where he served for 10 years, four of them as mayor. In 1995, he was elected to the Westmoreland County Board of Supervisors and was elected its chairman in 2003. In 2005, voters in the 99th Legislative District elected Rob to the Virginia House of Delegates, where he served until his election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2007. Prior to his election to Congress, Rob spent 26 years working in state government, most recently as field director for the Virginia Health Department's Division of Shellfish Sanitation. Earlier in his career, he worked as an environmental health specialist for local health departments in Virginia's Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula regions. He holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University, a Master of Public Health degree in Health Policy and Administration from the University of North Carolina, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Virginia Tech.   Congressman Ryan:  Congressman Pat Ryan is a fifth-generation Hudson Valley native, proud Kingston High School alum, and the first West Point graduate to represent the Academy in the U.S. House of Representatives. Ryan served two combat tours in Iraq, earning two Bronze Stars. Prior to his 2022 election to Congress, Ryan served the community that raised him as Ulster County Executive. There, Ryan led the County through the COVID-19 pandemic and spearheaded policies that delivered relief to working families while never raising taxes. He led the charge to revitalize the former IBM site, now known as iPark 87, helped put money back in small business owners and residents' pockets, took on corporate special interests, and delivered new investments in mental health services. In Congress, Ryan is focused on defending fundamental freedoms and delivering relief for Hudson Valley families. Serving on the House Armed Services Committee, Ryan is working on issues of military preparedness, countering the threat of a rising China, and investing in the United States Military Academy and the next generation of military leaders. As a member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Ryan is committed to improving the daily lives of all residents in NY-18. Whether you commute to work on Metro North, travel Route 17 through Orange County, or need broadband access in Dutchess County, he will fight every day to improve our region's infrastructure. Ryan has also championed efforts to expand access to affordable health care, support local law enforcement, preserve Social Security and Medicare, prevent gun violence, and protect a woman's right to choose. Ryan lives in Gardiner, NY with his wife, Rebecca, and their two young sons, Theo and Cameron.

In December, the FY25 National Defense Authorization Act was signed into law. What does the bill do to improve the ability to develop and field emerging technologies? Can new commercial technologies improve our force readiness? What does Congress what the Pentagon to do on AI, biotechnology, and quantum? What is a "human readiness level"? Join acquisition expert Moshe Schwartz as he discusses how these issues are covered in the NDAA and provides a preview on what Congress is likely to do next.FY25 NDAA Bill Text and Report Language: https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5009FORGE Act: https://www.wicker.senate.gov/2024/12/senator-wicker-announces-pentagon-reform-and-innovation-proposalEtherton and Associates: https://www.ethertonandassociates.com/To receive updates about the upcoming (August 27-29) 2025 NDIA Emerging Technologies Conference and Exhibition please join our mailing list here: https://www.emergingtechnologiesinstitute.org/sign-uphttp://emergingtechnologiesinstitute.orghttps://www.facebook.com/EmergingTechETIhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ndia-eti-emerging-technologies-institutehttps://www.twitter.com/EmergingTechETI

In December, the FY25 National Defense Authorization Act was signed into law. This major annual policy legislation once again includes many provisions that will affect the Pentagon's efforts to manage its supply chains and chooses it suppliers and the way it operates its complex acquisition system. Join acquisition expert Moshe Schwartz as he unpacks some of the key provisions within the NDAA and discusses their impact on defense and commercial industry. FY25 NDAA Bill Text and Report Language: https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5009 Etherton and Associates: https://www.ethertonandassociates.com/  To receive updates about the upcoming (August 27-29) 2025 NDIA Emerging Technologies Conference and Exhibition please join our mailing list here: https://www.emergingtechnologiesinstitute.org/sign-up  http://emergingtechnologiesinstitute.org https://www.facebook.com/EmergingTechETI https://www.linkedin.com/company/ndia-eti-emerging-technologies-institute https://www.twitter.com/EmergingTechETI

Navigating Modern Hardware Challenges and NDAA Compliance: A Conversation with John Moder In this episode of Command Control Power, returning guest John Moder joins the hosts to discuss a variety of topics ranging from hardware issues with the latest generation of MacBooks to the intricacies of NDAA compliance concerning network hardware. John shares his experiences with the transition from an Intel MacBook to an M4 Max, highlighting issues with USB power and hubs. The conversation also takes a deep dive into the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and its implications for network security, especially concerning Ubiquiti devices. John provides insights into the process of obtaining compliance certification from Ubiquiti, emphasizing the complexities involved. Alongside the technical discussions, John shares personal anecdotes about his career journey, owning a remote campground during the pandemic, and his current role with Creative Techs. This episode serves as an insightful resource for consultants and tech enthusiasts navigating the ever-evolving landscape of hardware and security compliance. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back, John Moder! 00:16 Tech Troubles: USB Issues with New MacBooks 01:56 John's Experience with USB Hubs and MacBook 03:34 Solutions and Frustrations with USB Connectivity 08:51 John's Career Journey: From Tech to Campground Owner 09:36 Pandemic Impact and Campground Challenges 12:02 Life at the Campground: The Reality Sets In 18:44 Transitioning Back: RV Adventures and Remote Work 22:05 The High Costs and Logistics of RV Living 23:23 The Challenges of RV Maintenance and Repairs 25:14 Transitioning to a Stable Home Life 26:10 A New Career in Education Technology 26:52 The Reality of Working in Education 27:28 Returning to Consulting and Remote Work 35:26 Navigating Government Compliance in Tech 35:57 The Complexity of NDAA Compliance 37:56 Ubiquiti's Compliance Process 48:23 Final Thoughts and Reflections

In this episode of Building the Base, Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts sit down with Congressman Pat Ryan (NY-18). Rep. Ryan represents a diverse district of 800,000 in upstate New York, which includes his alma mater, West Point. An Iraq war veteran, Rep. Ryan transitioned from active duty, to defense tech, to Congress, where he now champions defense innovation and national security issues. In March 2024, Rep. Ryan launched the Defense Modernization Caucus with Rep. Rob Wittman (VA-1) to push for bipartisan action. This episode was recorded at the Reagan National Defense Forum on December 7, 2024.Five key takeaways from this episode: Throughout his career, Rep. Ryan has embraced a wide range of challenging roles—from serving on the battlefield, to leading sales teams, to making legislative progress in Congress. With DIU innovation hubs already established in Austin and Silicon Valley, Rep. Ryan proposes New York City as the next ideal location for a hub, recognizing the city's unique blend of talent and business development opportunities.A self proclaimed “perpetual optimist,” Rep. Ryan credits his attitude and resilience to his interactions with young people, whether it's JROTC cadets, West Point students, or his own young children.The House Defense Modernization Caucus had some early wins in the last NDAA, with the next convening planned for February 2025 in concert with Silicon Valley Defense Group.Rep. Ryan advises defense tech companies to approach lawmakers with clear, actionable requests for quicker support and to focus on storytelling over lengthy presentations. “Help me help you,” he says — be specific about where you're stuck and how Congress can assist.

This week's episode covers the FAR final rule to harmonize the procurement and nonprocurement suspension and debarment regulations, rescission of the FAR proposed rule on Pay Equity and Transparency in Federal Contracting, updates to the 1260H List of Chinese military companies, and passage of the FY2025 NDAA, and is hosted by Yuan Zhou. Crowell & Moring's "Fastest 5 Minutes" is a biweekly podcast that provides a brief summary of significant government contracts legal and regulatory developments that no government contracts lawyer or executive should be without.

In this episode of Sara and Josh Talk About Drones, Sara and Josh talk about several recent legislative and regulatory developments related to drones, and more specifically, drone security. Topics include drone-related provisions (Sections 162 and 1709) in the FY25 NDAA, the Department of Commerce's open rulemaking proceeding on safeguarding the UAS supply chain initiated by the Department's Bureau of Industry and Security, developments in counter-UAS policies, and the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council's recent rule implementing a prior NDAA's prohibition on procurement and operation of certain UAS. Have a listen and get up to speed on drone security issues as we head into a new Presidential Administration, and check back with our podcast for regular updates on drone policy developments.

Alternate Current Radio presents: Boiler Room - Learn to protect yourself from predatory mass mediaOn this episode, Hesher is joined by Ruckus, Infidel Pharaoh, Mark Anderson and Santa Claus (aka Sumo of Mystical American Patriots Society.) Santa joins the Boiler Room to give some sage advice on finance, culture and the true nature of living at the north pole! The gang gathered to discuss the lingering question of the drone/UAP presence in the news cycle (talking to you New Jersey,) the intriguing case of OpenAI whistelblower, Suchir Balaji, who was found dead in his San Francisco apartment Gavin Newsom declaring an 'emergency' in California over bird-flu, Australian biosecurity breach leading to deadly viruses going "missing," California also begins the roll out of prop 36 rolling back some of the "criminal reform which had become the norm under CA Prop 47, the connections of the Pelosi's to Luigi Mangione, the passing of the 2024 NDAA for a cool $895 tax payer dollars, the U.S. doubles troops in Syria as the Middle East Crisis continues, a possible end of Daylight Savings under the incoming Trump administration, the proposed 'digital bill of rights.' All this and... designer nipples!Reference Links:Ice Breaker: Women are getting ‘designer nipple' filler for perkier bosoms: ‘Not something to hide anymore'California declared an emergency. How serious is bird flu?More raw milk recalled in California after discovery of bird flu virus in farm tankOpenAI whistleblower found dead in San Francisco apartmentProp 36 begins in California. Here's what to know – NBC Los AngelesArnold Schwarzenegger is shooting a movie as Santa, and it will put you in the jolliest holiday moodFilm: Subservience (2024)The Daily Ruckus: A Bunch of Drones in New JerseyVideo Game: Brütal LegendSupport:Alternate Current Radio WebpageSupport BOILER ROOM & ACRPatreon (Join and become a member)Shop BOILER ROOM Merch StoreMystical American Patriots Society – Support

Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/antiwarcom/Phone bank for Defend the Guard: https://defendtheguard.us/phonebankChapters00:00 - Intro00:21 - Israel Kills Civilians, Count Them as Terrorists06:14 - Israeli Attacks in Gaza Kill 38 More Palestinians Over 24 Hours08:32 - Dems Call for US To Cut Weapon Transfers to Israel11:01 - Why a US State Dept Worker Resigned Over Israel-Gaza Policy12:59 - Turkey, Allies Attack Syrian Kurds, Dozens Killed14:39 - Netanyahu Orders Occupation of Mount Hermon Until End of 202516:15 - UK Suggests Sending Military Trainers to Ukraine18:42 - Zelensky Admits Ukraine Can't Drive Russia Out of Crimea & Donbas22:18 - Senate Passes Massive $895 Billion NDAA23:56 - Supreme Court Agrees To Review TikTok Ban25:49 - CIA Employee Facing Espionage Act Charges Kept in Jail27:46 - Viewpoints/Outro

DJI Fate in US in Limbo with NDAA 2025 PassageUS Probes Chinese Man: Allegedly Flew Drone near BaseWho's Behind Drone Sightings Across the Northeast?China Resident Sentenced to 2 Years in Trade Secrets CaseUK Lawyer Accused of Being Chinese SpyTikTok Seeks Emergency Order from ScotusWill TikTok Be Banned in US on Jan. 19th?How Americans View Trump's Stance Toward ChinaUS Warship Visits Cambodia Over Military Base Concerns

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The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 4: 6:05pm- House Passes $900 Billion Defense Bill, Defunding Transgender Procedures for Military Minors. Mary Margaret Olohan of The Daily Wire writes: “The House of Representatives has approved its annual defense bill, which includes language banning taxpayer funding for transgender procedures that may result in the sterilization of children. This year's National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passed the House of Representatives Wednesday by a 281 to 140 vote, authorizing almost $900 billion in spending. Two hundred Republicans and 81 Democrats voted for the NDAA, and 124 Democrats and 16 Republicans voted against it. Section 708 of the NDAA states that ‘medical interventions for the treatment of gender dysphoria that could result in sterilization may not be provided to a child under the age of 18.'” You can read the full article here: https://www.dailywire.com/news/house-passes-900-billion-defense-bill-defunding-transgender-procedures-for-military-minors 6:10pm- On Thursday, White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby told the press: “our investigation was unable to corroborate any of the reports about the mysterious drone sightings.” 6:15pm- Senator Marco Rubio—who has been nominated to serve as Secretary of State for the incoming Trump Administration—met with DNI Director nominee Tulsi Gabbard on Capitol Hill. 6:20pm- Christopher Wray has informed colleagues that he plans to step down from his position as FBI Director. The decision is unsurprising, as president-elect Donald Trump has already announced his plans to nominate Kash Patel to serve as the head of the bureau. 6:40pm- Audrey Lane—President of the Garden State Initiative—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the New Jersey Film Subsidy Tax Credit. Is it worth it?

First he was the Father of IVF. Now, Nitwit Nero says he knows all there is to know about automation. President-elect Dunning-Krueger's crazed stupidity will never cease to amaze. i wonder if he knew his "billionaire" Middle East liason is a truck salesman in Nigeria. Really. Not kidding. Nancy Mace is still publicity-stalking over her really-bad-handshake. Comer Pyle tries to preemptively make nicey with AOC in case she becomes the ranking member at House Oversight.  After yesterday's NDAA vote, I'm feeling a lot less inclined to believe Hakeem Jefferies' schtick about Dems standing up for us ordinary Americans. 

AlabamaAll of AL's congressional delegates voted to pass the NDAA for 202526 governors including Kay Ivey support Trump's deportation of illegalsAL doctor wants the State Health Officer to be fired for actions during CovidA sexually explicit book in 2 libraries put them at risk for losing state fundingState lawmaker files bill to ban drag queen performances in certain venuesNational5th Court of Appeals rules against SEC and corporate board diversity ruleBiden issues 1,500 commutations and 39 presidential pardons in one dayBiden sabotaging Trump by selling border wall materials for dirt cheapIG report shows FBI employed 26 confident human sources in J6 crowdUS Pentagon says Drones in NJ are not foreign sourced, but say little elseNYC Mayor says liberals should be concerned over 500K missing kidsTime magazine goes with Donald Trump as Person of the Year

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“You can literally make all the components of all these drugs in China, you can ship them in a barrel to some plant in New Jersey, mix it, compound it, package and label it, and say ‘made in the USA,' and then sell it to the Department of Defense. Now, that's the number one thing I would ask a Congress and the president—to fix that loophole through legislation immediately. They can fix that in the NDAA a week from now, if they were really serious about it.”As part of our special series on the U.S. presidential transition period, I'm sitting down with Victor Suarez, a retired U.S. Army colonel who served for 27 years and saw, firsthand, serious problems with America's medical supply chains.In this episode, he breaks down key steps America can take to secure its vital medicines.Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and the guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.