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Drone operators challenge surveyors’ turf in mapping dispute By BRYAN ANDERSON Associated Press/Report for America RALEIGH (AP) — When Michael Jones started a side hustle shooting drone photos and videos for realtors, his clients wanted more: Images with property lines on them, to better understand where their fences should be. It seemed like a good use of emerging technology that met an obvious consumer demand, and Jones was careful to add a disclaimer: His maps weren’t meant to replace ...

By BRYAN ANDERSON, Associated Press/Report for America RALEIGH, N.C. — When Michael Jones started a side hustle shooting drone photos and videos for real estate agents, his clients wanted more: Images with property lines on them, to better understand where their fences should be. It seemed like a good use of emerging technology that met an obvious consumer demand, and Jones was careful to add a disclaimer: His maps weren’t meant to replace the proper surveys that are often needed for such t...

In a mapping dispute, drone operators challenge surveyors turf Surveyors need Federal Aviation Administration approval to professionally fly drones, and drone operators need state licenses to produce legal surveys. Author: Associated Press Updated: 10:37 AM EDT April 25, 2021 When Michael Jones started a side hustle shooting drone photos and videos for realtors, his clients wanted more: Images with property lines on them, to better understand where their fences s...

By BRYAN ANDERSON April 25, 2021 GMT RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — When Michael Jones started a side hustle shooting drone photos and videos for realtors, his clients wanted more: Images with property lines on them, to better understand where their fences should be. It seemed like a good use of emerging technology that met an obvious consumer demand, and Jones was careful to add a disclaimer: His maps weren’t meant to replace the proper surveys that are often needed for such things as mortgages, ti...

World’s largest consumer drone maker will unveil smart car technology at Auto Shanghai 2021. DJI’s leap into smart vehicle technology follows similar steps from Baidu, Xiaomi and Huawei. — SCMP DJI, the world’s largest maker of drones for consumers, said on Monday that it will launch its first smart vehicle solution at next week’s Shanghai auto show. Posting on social media, the Shenzhen-based company introduced DJI Auto, a new brand that will focus on the research and development, pr...

Advisory Board Set for Commercial UAV Expo Americas, September 7-9, 2021 in Las Vegas Share Article CUAVA Advisory Board Announced Our beginnings in surveying and mapping events more than 15 years ago have enabled us to reach professionals in industries including energy and utilities, infrastructure and transportation, construction, surveying and mapping, and more. PORTLAND, Maine (PRWEB) March 08, 2021 Organizers of the seventh a...

* About a third of DJI North American staff depart - sources * Company faces geopolitical tensions, hit by U.S. restrictions * Such headwinds risk DJI’s dominance being eroded - sources * But company is a runaway leader in global and U.S. markets SHENZHEN, China, March 8 (Reuters) - Chinese drone giant DJI Technology Co Ltd built up such a successful U.S. business over the past decade that it almost drove all competitors out of the market. Yet its North American operations have been hit by in...

A file photo of a drone operator flying his drone as DJI holds a demonstration in Montreal, Canada. DJI, which has become a symbol of Chinese innovation since it was founded in 2006, is one of dozens of companies caught in the crossfire of trade and diplomatic hostilities between Washington and Beijing. — Reuters SHENZHEN, China: Chinese drone giant DJI Technology Co Ltd built up such a successful US business over the past decade that it almost drove all competitors out of the market. Yet its...

Monday, 08 Mar 2021 07:27 AM MYT DJI, founded and run by billionaire Frank Wang, said it made the difficult decision to reduce staffing in Palo Alto to reflect the company’s evolving needs. — Reuters pic Subscribe to our Telegram channel for the latest updates on news you need to know. SHENZHEN, March 8 — Chinese drone giant DJI Technology Co Ltd built up such a successful US business over the past decade that it almost drove all competitors out of the market. Yet its North American opera...

Game of drones: Chinese giant DJI hit by US tensions, staff defections Toggle share menu Advertisement Game of drones: Chinese giant DJI hit by US tensions, staff defections A drone flies as Chinese drone maker DJI demonstrates their app that tracks a drones registration and owner in Montreal, Canada, on Nov 13, 2019. (Photo: REUTERS/Christinne Muschi) 08 Mar 2021 07:03AM (Updated: 08 Mar 2021 08:23AM) Share this content Bookmark SHENZHEN, China: Chinese dr...