Drone Wars: How AI and Autonomy Are Changing the Game In our latest episode of Lexicon, we sat down with Bill Irby, CEO of AgEagle, a leading company in the drone industry. Our conversation revolved around the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomy in the world of drones, and how these technologies are […]
1,850 miles: NATO plans world’s-costliest ‘drone wall’ to counter Russia
1,850 Miles: NATO Plans World’s-Costliest ‘Drone Wall’ to Counter Russia A new defense project is taking shape along NATO’s eastern frontier in a challenging modification. The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is gearing up for the construction of a high-tech surveillance system spanning an impressive 1,850 miles, aimed at bolstering security measures against potential threats, […]
2,800-mile-range US spy drone armed with deadly Hellfire missiles to kill aerial threats
2,800-Mile-Range US Spy Drone Armed with Deadly Hellfire Missiles: Enhancing Combat Capabilities of the US Army’s UAVs To improve the combat capabilities of the US Army’s unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), General Atomics has developed a cutting-edge spy drone with an impressive 2,800-mile range and equipped it with deadly Hellfire missiles. This technological advancement signifies a […]
Germany’s new loitering munition kamikaze drone can strike targets at 155 mph
Germany’s New Loitering Munition Kamikaze Drone Can Strike Targets at 155 mph A Germany-based defense firm has officially revealed the specifications of its new combat drone that is set to revolutionize modern warfare. This cutting-edge technology, known as a loitering munition kamikaze drone, boasts impressive capabilities that have the potential to change the landscape of […]
US Army plans high-altitude spy balloons to bust enemy stealth fighter jets
US Army Plans High-Altitude Spy Balloons to Bust Enemy Stealth Fighter Jets After researching for years, the US Army has finally allocated funding of $4.2 billion over the next five years to develop high-altitude spy balloons. These balloons are designed to detect and track enemy stealth fighter jets, providing a crucial advantage in modern warfare. […]
New tech for multiple security robot control unveiled, allows 24/7 surveillance
New Tech for Multiple Security Robot Control Unveiled, Allows 24/7 Surveillance Robots can provide continuous, 24/7 monitoring, ensuring consistent security coverage. However, security robot deployment has often been limited by the complexity of managing multiple units simultaneously. This challenge has now been addressed with the unveiling of innovative technology that allows for the centralized control […]
World’s smallest: Bee-mimicking flying robot uses magnets to aid in search, rescue
World’s Smallest: Bee-Mimicking Flying Robot Uses Magnets to Aid in Search, Rescue A team at UC Berkeley has developed the world’s smallest wireless flying robot, inspired by the remarkable agility and navigation skills of bees. This tiny robot, measuring just under 1 gram in weight and about the size of a penny, has the potential […]
Italian government denies role in spyware targeting critics
Italian Government Faces Backlash Over Alleged Spyware Targeting Critics The Italian government is currently under intense scrutiny following allegations of using spyware to monitor critics of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. What was initially believed to be a tool intended for tracking criminals has now raised concerns about privacy invasion and misuse of power. The reports […]
South Korea accuses DeepSeek of excessive data collection
South Korea Accuses DeepSeek of Excessive Data Collection In a recent turn of events, South Korea has raised concerns over the data collection practices of tech giant DeepSeek. The Local Intelligence Service has questioned the AI responses and data handling of DeepSeek’s subsidiary, LLM, sparking a debate on the boundaries of data collection and privacy […]
Italian activist targeted by spyware, Meta warns
Italian Activist Targeted by Spyware: Meta Raises Alarms In a concerning turn of events, an Italian activist recently found themselves in the crosshairs of surveillance software. The revelation came to light thanks to Meta, the parent company of social media giant Facebook, who issued a stark warning about the targeted individual. This disturbing incident sheds […]