The world’s largest drone maker is the latest Chinese technology company scrambling to retain their ability to sell to the United States. Source: NYT > Business – Cecilia Kang
Saudi Oil Infrastructure at Risk as Small Attacks Raise Potential for Big Disruption
Saudi Arabia spent heavily to protect its oil production lines but rapid changes in technology may mean ports and pipelines are increasingly exposed in the turbulent region. Source: NYT > Business – STANLEY REED
With Interest: The Week in Business: Facebook Tamps Down Hate Speech, and Uber’s I.P.O. Is Here
Plus, Stephen Moore won’t be nominated for a Fed seat after all — but why? Source: NYT > Business – CHARLOTTE COWLES
Like ‘Uber for Organs’: Drone Delivers Kidney to Maryland Woman
A team at the University of Maryland is developing drone technology to deliver organs faster and give doctors timely updates on their transit. Source: NYT > Business – KAREN ZRAICK
A.I. Is Flying Drones (Very, Very Slowly)
Artificial intelligence has bested top players in chess, Go and even StarCraft. But can it fly a drone faster than a pro racer? More than $1 million is on the line to find out. Source: NYT > Business – JAKE SWEARINGEN
Skies Aren’t Clogged With Drones, but Don’t Rule Them Out Yet
A host of regulatory issues have slowed the progress of drone-delivery companies but they are making some progress and lots of tests are underway. Source: NYT > Business – ELLEN ROSEN