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Google's Schmidt says civilian drones pose privacy threat

2013-04-16 01:43:11| CNET News.com

In an interview with the Guardian, Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt says drones could threaten civil liberties and should be regulated. [Read more]

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Could PETA Drones Hover Over Your Farm?

2013-04-11 16:26:00| National Hog Farmer

In a recent People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) press release, the group claims it will soon have new weapons at its disposal to watch hunters. According to the release, the group is shopping for one or more drone aircraft with which to monitor those who are out in the woods with death on their minds. Farmers take note. The press release also says PETA intends to fly the drones over factory farms, popular fishing spots, and other venues where animals, routinely suffer and die. read more

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Drones poised for peaceful, everyday use in US, but privacy backlash could hamper industry

2013-03-29 10:27:21| Real Estate - Topix.net

It's a good bet that in the not-so-distant future, aerial drones will be part of everyday life in the U.S. Far from the killing machines whose missiles incinerate terrorists overseas, these generally small, unmanned aircraft will help police departments find missing people.

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Airware's OS for commercial drones takes flight

2013-03-26 20:54:54| CNET News.com

The startup showed off its platform at Y Combinator Demo Day and talked about lowering the barrier to entry for commercial and enterprise use of drones and UAVs. [Read more]

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