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Robotics4 days ago

Axon Invests $1.2B in Skydio to Lead Public Safety Drones

Axon has invested $1.2 billion for a 20% stake in drone maker Skydio, becoming its exclusive public safety distributor in the U.S. and Canada.

2 min read

Startups5 Nov 2026

Zipline Reaches $21.5B Value as Walmart Expands Drone Delivery

Autonomous drone delivery startup Zipline secured $1.5 billion in funding and expanded its partnership with retail giant Walmart.

2 min read

Robotics4 Nov 2026

Residents Push Back As Delivery Drone Noise Frustrates Neighborhoods

Neighborhoods are pushing back against delivery drones, citing persistent noise, privacy fears, and low-flying robots disrupting daily life.

1 min read

Words to know

Autonomous droneAn unmanned aircraft that flies by itself using pre-programmed routes and onboard computer systems.Delivery DroneAn unmanned flying vehicle used to transport packages directly to customers.ValuationWhat a company is judged to be worth.