The US government is maintaining its full ban on DJI drones while offering a limited software exception. Public comments are now invited on the policy. DJI is pursuing an appeal against the restrictions.
The ban on DJI drones remains fully in effect across the United States. US authorities have introduced a narrow software reprieve that provides minor relief for certain users and operations.
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The US Federal Aviation Administration reopened the airspace at El Paso International Airport after a 10-day temporary closure announced for security reasons. US officials initially attributed the measure to Mexican cartel drones, but reports indicate it was a communication failure between federal agencies. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum denied having information on cartel drones at the border.
The Federal Communications Commission has extended the deadline for software and firmware updates on certain banned drones and routers to January 2029. The move covers devices added to a national security list in late 2025 and early 2026.
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Intellectual property law firm Mathys & Squire says China leads the world in patent applications for anti-drone technology. Filings surged 27 per cent last year amid rising global security concerns from wars in Ukraine and Iran, and suspicious drone sightings in the West.
Bundestag committees are set to approve the procurement of combat drones for the Bundeswehr next week. Despite concerns over quality, price, and US investor Peter Thiel's involvement, Defense Committee Chairman Thomas Röwekamp advocates for quick awarding. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius shares the concerns and calls for clarification on Thiel's influence.