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HoverAir’s Versa, a pocket camera that can attach wings to become a drone, has stopped US orders just days after its Indiegogo debut as the FCC drone ban tightens; the company says it will ship only the camera in the US, not the Flight Kit that makes it a drone, and the FCC’s records show no current drone authorization for the device, signaling a likely ban and refunds for backers.
DJI’s Osmo Pocket 4P/4 Pro are banned from import into the US, yet US-based third‑party sellers on Temu, AliExpress, eBay, Mercari, Amazon, and Newegg are selling them, often with fast shipping. The Verge notes a buyer who spent $659.28 for a Pocket 4P Vlog Combo and received it from an Oregon fulfillment center in four days. The FCC revoked some certifications used to ground these cameras, DJI says it does not sell them in the US, and third-party sellers appear to be distributing them anyway, highlighting enforcement gaps and related loopholes like HoverAir Versa.
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ordered heightened protection of critical energy infrastructure and deployed soldiers to guard priority facilities, arguing Kyiv may take actions to disrupt Hungary's energy system while banning drone flights in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg county as police increase border-area patrols. The move follows reports that no Russian oil has been delivered to Hungary via the Druzhba pipeline since Jan 27.
The US has expanded its drone ban to include all foreign-made UAVs, effectively halting new consumer drone sales and development in the US, which could slow innovation and increase costs for aerial photography until American companies can fill the gap.
The US Federal Communications Commission has banned the import and sale of new foreign-made drones, including DJI, citing national security concerns, while allowing existing models to be used, marking a significant move against Chinese drone manufacturers.
Denmark has temporarily banned civil drone flights amid mysterious UAV sightings near airports and military sites, as it prepares for a major EU summit on defense and Ukraine, with increased NATO and European military support to enhance airspace security against potential threats, primarily attributed to Russia.
Denmark has temporarily banned civil drone flights in its airspace due to suspicious drone sightings at airports and military sites, amid heightened security concerns ahead of an EU summit on defense and Ukraine, with Russia suspected as a primary threat. NATO is enhancing defense measures in the Baltic Sea region, and Denmark is receiving support from Germany and Sweden to strengthen drone detection and airspace security.
Denmark has banned civilian drone flights this week to protect upcoming EU and European Political Community meetings in Copenhagen, amid suspected Russian involvement in recent drone disturbances near military bases and airports, with additional surveillance support from a German frigate.
The DJI Mini 4K drone is currently on sale for $249 on Amazon, likely driven by concerns over potential bans on Chinese-made drones like DJI, amid ongoing U.S. government discussions. The drone features a three-axis gimbal, 4K video, and extended battery life, making it popular among content creators, and is available from a reputable third-party seller during a time of stock shortages.