A recent survey conducted by Teledyne FLIR highlights that 85% of drone professionals consider data security an im portant factor when selecting a drone platform, an article by DroneDJ shares. This sentiment echoes findings from the previous year, indicating a steady awareness of data protection issues.
The 2024 Teledyne FLIR drone survey, which polled 629 drone professionals across various industries, reveals that concerns over data privacy are becoming increasingly pronounced. Notably, 89% of respondents expressed a desire for control over whether their collected data is sent to the cloud. As regulations around drone use evolve, understanding the implications of data security remains paramount.
Half of the respondents (49%) reported that their organizations have been affected by new or proposed regulations concerning drone operations, particularly those involving drones from countries deemed a security risk. Consequently, 60% of professionals rated a drone’s “country of origin” as a significant factor in their purchasing decisions, with 23% actively seeking alternative drone options.
Worries about potential foreign access to sensitive data persist, with 68% of those surveyed expressing concerns that data captured by their drones could be accessed by foreign governments or hostile entities.
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