Ben Simmen

Editor in Chief

Ben Simmen is the Editor in Chief of Circuit. With over 12 years of experience in the field of emerging technologies, Ben's passion for autonomy and mobile robotics has driven him to uncover the latest trends and analysis to shed light on this rapidly evolving landscape.

Drone delivery is making logistics on Mount Everest greener

The tests not only showcases the technological capability of DJI’s FlyCart 30 but also opens up new possibilities for safer and more efficient mountaineering logistics and environmental conservation.

Lessons in Resilience and Innovation from Zipline's Co-Founders

The story of Zipline, a company revolutionizing medical supply delivery through drones, offers a masterclass in resilience, innovation, and the pursuit of meaningful impact

DroneShield Reports Record First Quarter Revenues

DroneShield has achieved a tenfold increase compared to the first quarter of 2023, where the company reported $9.3 million in profits after tax for the year.

The Future of Graffiti Removal with Drones

Equipped with a spray nozzle and tethered to a ground-based paint supply, these drones are set to revolutionize how we maintain our urban infrastructure.

Apptronik Teams Up with NVIDIA to Supercharge Humanoid Robots with AI

The synergy between Apollo and Project GR00T show us a future where humanoid robots can seamlessly blend into human-centric environments.

Japanese Drone Innovator ACSL Launches SOTEN Drone in the U.S. Market

This move marks a significant step in ACSL's expansion into the U.S. drone market, following the company’s entry in May 2023.

The Game-Changing Impact of Hybrid Drones on Modern Warfare

These innovative devices, which combine the versatility of ground robotics with the agility of aerial drones, are not just technological advancements but strategic game-changers on the battlefield.

1X Raises $100 Million for Next-Gen Android NEO

Expanding Horizons in AI Robotics with Series B Funding

Shield AI Raises $500 Million in Series F Funding for AI-Piloted Aircraft Development

This expansion includes an additional $100 million in equity, matched with the Series F price, and a $200 million debt contribution from Hercules Capital.

Manna Drone Delivery Uplifts Halloween Spirits in North Texas with Aerial Candy Drops

This Halloween venture marked the commencement of Manna Drone Delivery's operations in the United States.

Flytrex and CAU Secure Landmark FAA Approval, Paving Way for Mass-Scale Drone Deliveries

This exemption will allow CAU to remotely pilot drones Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) without the need for visual observers.

Elevating to New Heights - The Open Sky Revolution

The drone industry's history is rooted in a dynamic: open source. Once an experiment of tinkerers and DIY enthusiasts, open source has now become the bedrock of drone development

Flying Into the Future: Aerial Robotics and the Reinvention of Infrastructure Inspection

We are now witnessing the dawn of flying robots, not just equipped to see, but to touch and interact.

Speedbird Aero Secures $2M in Funding to Boost Drone Delivery Services

The company reports having transported around 10,000 kg of cargo, serving roughly 3 million people, and has forged partnerships with more than 10 significant global companies.

Is Fotokite Set To Emerge As The Next Big Player In Public Safety Tech?

While allowing their customers to better handle and make decisions in complicated and dangerous situations, Fotokite has done the same, emerging from the challenges of a global supply chain crisis and pandemic, in a strong position for growth.

OhioHealth Selects Zipline for Medical Drone Delivery

Using Zipline's next-generation Platform 2, OhioHealth plans to employ electric drones to efficiently deliver prescriptions directly to patients' homes and transport lab samples and medical supplies between healthcare facilities.

Parrot Shifts Focus to Defense, Announces New Strategies in H1 2023 Report

In the wake of its 2023 first-half earnings report, the drone company Parrot is set to redefine its industrial organization and operations to mitigate slow government orders and minimize cash consumption.

New York Power Authority's $37.2 Million Drone Program Takes Flight

This program, set to unfold over the next five years, will significantly enhance the state's energy infrastructure and efficiency.

Shifting Skies: Chinese Drone Ban Alters Dynamics of the US Commercial Drone Sector

What you need to know on the legislative developments, state and local bans, and the resulting impact of the Chinese drone ban on the commercial drone market in the United States.