China develops jam resistant satellite network using optical signals to strengthen navigation beyond GPS

Researchers at Tsinghua University have developed a new satellite based navigation system designed to operate in environments where traditional GPS signals are disrupted or unavailable. The system, described as a network of “lighthouse” satellites, uses coded light signals instead of radio frequencies to

DJI launches Avata 360 drone with 8K capture as rivalry with Insta360 intensifies

China’s leading drone manufacturer DJI has introduced its first 360 degree drone, marking a significant move into immersive aerial imaging and placing it in direct competition with domestic rival Insta360. The newly unveiled Avata 360 expands DJI’s product portfolio beyond traditional aerial photography

DJI Files Patent Lawsuit Against Insta360 Ahead of 360 Degree Drone Debut

China’s leading drone manufacturer DJI has initiated legal action against rival Insta360 over alleged patent infringement, escalating tensions in a rapidly evolving segment of the consumer drone market. The lawsuit, filed with the Shenzhen Intermediate People’s Court, comes just days before DJI is

China Advances Mini Atomic Clock Tech as It Eyes Scalable Drone Swarm Capabilities

China is pushing forward with the development of ultra compact atomic clock technology, a breakthrough that could significantly enhance the coordination and precision of next generation drone systems. Researchers have achieved a milestone by producing one of the smallest atomic clocks to date,

China Dominates Anti Drone Patent Race as Global Security Focus Intensifies

China has emerged as the global leader in anti drone technology development, filing significantly more patents than any other country as governments and industries respond to the growing role of unmanned systems in modern conflict and security operations. Recent data shows a sharp

China Deploys AI Powered Radar Technology to Counter Growing Drone Swarm Threats

China is strengthening its air defence capabilities by integrating artificial intelligence into radar systems designed to detect large numbers of low altitude drones, according to a leading Chinese radar scientist. The initiative comes as military strategists around the world study the growing role

How China’s Drone Manufacturing Ecosystem Is Scaling From Consumer Gadgets to Industrial Infrastructure

China’s drone industry is entering a new phase that extends far beyond recreational photography and consumer electronics. What began as a market dominated by aerial imaging devices has evolved into a sophisticated industrial ecosystem serving agriculture, energy inspection, logistics, emergency response, and urban

How the Pentagon Selects Drones Amid China Dominance in Global Supply Chains

The United States Department of Defense is accelerating drone adoption across military branches while tightening oversight on supply chains in a market heavily dominated by Chinese manufacturers. At the center of this effort is the Blue UAS List, a vetted catalog of approved

DJI files lawsuit against US regulator over import ban on new drone models

Chinese drone manufacturer DJI has filed a lawsuit challenging a decision by the US Federal Communications Commission that bars imports and new approvals of its latest drone models and key components, escalating tensions in the ongoing technology dispute between Washington and Beijing. DJI

China Expands Drone Operations at Scarborough Shoal as Maritime Tensions Persist

China’s coast guard has offered an unusual glimpse into how unmanned systems are being integrated into frontline maritime operations at Scarborough Shoal, a disputed reef in the South China Sea. Rather than emerging from a formal policy document, the details surfaced through official