Let's have a look at what is happening on the US markets before the opening bell on Thursday. Below you can find the top gainers and losers in today's pre-market session.

Safe Pro Group Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAI) (“Safe Pro” or the “Company”), a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions specializing in drone imagery processing, today announced that it has entered into a multi-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NIBULON Ltd. (NIBULON) to cooperate on addressing Ukraine’s agriculture crisis which has sustained billions in damages and losses due to the ongoing war.

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Safe Pro Group Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAI) (“Safe Pro” or the “Company”), a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions specializing in drone imagery processing, announced today that its ballistics protection unit, Safe-Pro USA LLC (Safe-Pro USA) will be exhibiting at the upcoming SHOT Show 2025. The event is scheduled to take place from January 21-24, 2025, at the Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada. Safe-Pro USA will be exhibiting in the Palazzo Ballroom at booth #55939 on January 22nd and 23rd.

PALM BEACH, Fla., Jan. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FN Media Group News Commentary - The drone market size continues to expand as the drone services industry evolves, offering a diverse range of services for both remotely controlled and autonomously flown drones. This industry integrates software-controlled flight plans into drones' embedded systems, making it a critical component in sectors like agriculture, insurance, construction, marine, aviation, oil & gas, mining, and infrastructure. The demand for these services, which includes tasks such as search and rescue, package delivery, industrial inspections, imaging, and healthcare supply distribution to remote areas, significantly contributes to the growing drone market size. A study from MarketsAndMarkets said the Global Drone Services Market Size, which was valued at USD 17.0 billion in 2023, is estimated to reach USD 57.8 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 27.7% during the forecast period. The report said: “In terms of market segmentation, drone services are categorized by the type of service provided, including platform services (further divided into flight piloting and operation, data analysis, and data processing), maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO), and simulation and training. The application-based segmentation encompasses inspection and monitoring, mapping and surveying, spraying and seeding, filming and photography, transport and delivery, as well as security, search, and rescue. The industry-based segmentation covers a wide spectrum of sectors, including construction and infrastructure, agriculture, utility, oil & gas, mining, defense and law enforcement, media and entertainment scientific research, insurance, aviation, marine, healthcare and social assistance, and transportation, logistics, and warehousing. These industries rely heavily on drones for functions like inspection, monitoring, and photography, further driving the drone market size.” Active Companies in the markets today include ZenaTech, Inc. (NASDAQZENA), Safe Pro Group Inc. NASDAQ: SPAINASDAQSPAI)(NASDAQ: EHNASDAQEH, Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE: UMACNYSE), Ondas Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ONDSONDS).

Safe Pro Group Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAI) (“Safe Pro” or the “Company”), a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions specializing in drone imagery processing, today announced that the Company’s ongoing work in Ukraine was featured in a South Florida Business Journal (SFBJ) article headlined “Local company aims to supply AI drone tech to Ukraine military.”

PALM BEACH, Fla., Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FN Media Group News Commentary - According to a report from industry insider DroneXl, the land survey equipment market is on track to reach $12.56 billion by 2028, driven by increasing urbanization and the adoption of Drone Technology across various industries. Traditional land surveying methods are giving way to more efficient drone-based solutions that can complete surveys in hours rather than weeks or months according to industry analysis. The transformation is particularly evident in developing nations where smart city initiatives are creating unprecedented demand for precise surveying capabilities. Governments in India, Peru, and China are leading this charge, requiring thorough site surveys before launching ambitious urban development projects. It continued saying: “Drones have emerged as the preferred tool for land surveying, offering superior efficiency and flexibility compared to traditional methods. Modern survey drones combine aerial photography, mapping capabilities, and GNSS technology to capture comprehensive topographic data with unprecedented speed and accuracy. The technology’s appeal lies in its ability to integrate multiple data collection methods: High-resolution aerial photography; LiDAR scanning for precise measurements; GPS positioning for accurate geolocation; and Video capture for detailed site documentation.” Active Companies in the markets today include ZenaTech, Inc. (NASDAQZENA), The Boeing Company NYSE: BANYSEBA)(NASDAQ: SPAINASDAQSPAI, EHang Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: EHNASDAQ), Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE: UMACUMAC).

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PALM BEACH, Fla., Jan. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FN Media Group News Commentary - The global military drone market is an active market around the world. Recent reports show that the growth is predicted to continue to grow through 2030. One report says that the degree of innovation in the market is high. This is driven by continuous advancements in artificial intelligence, sensor technologies, and autonomous systems, which are significantly enhancing the capabilities of military drones. Furthermore, the ongoing development of swarm technologies and counter-drone measures highlights the dynamic and cutting-edge nature of this market, as militaries worldwide invest heavily in R&D to maintain strategic and technological superiority. The level of mergers and acquisitions in the market is high. “This is primarily due to the strategic need for companies to enhance their technological capabilities and expand their product portfolios to remain competitive. Larger defense contractors are actively acquiring innovative startups and specialized firms to gain access to cutting-edge drone technologies, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing processes. The market has a high level of end user concentration. This is because the primary users of military drones are national defense and security agencies, which constitute a relatively small and specialized customer base. These agencies often have significant purchasing power and specific requirements, leading to a concentrated market where a few key customers dominate demand. In addition, the high costs and complex procurement processes associated with military drones further limit the number of end users, reinforcing the high concentration in this market.” Active Companies in the market today include ZenaTech, Inc. (NASDAQZENA), AeroVironment, Inc. NASDAQ: AVAVNASDAQAVAV)(NASDAQ: SPAINASDAQSPAI, Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMTNYSE), Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOSKTOS).

Safe Pro Group Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAI) (“Safe Pro” or the “Company”), a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions specializing in drone imagery processing, today announced that it has received an official request from Ukraine’s State Special Transport Service (SSTS) to secure $5 Million for the purchase up to 50 (fifty) Safe Pro AI Powered Drone Demining packages for its trained units. Ukraine’s SSTS is an organization of over 20,000 staff with over 5,000 trained deminers with a mission similar to that of the US Army Corps of Engineers who are currently collaborating and sharing their knowledge of large-scale reconstruction projects. To view a video and learn more about Ukraine’s SSTS mission and their organization click here.

Safe Pro Group Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAI) (“Safe Pro” or the “Company”), a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions specializing in drone imagery processing, today announced it expects to report record-breaking annual 2024 revenue surging in excess of 130% over fiscal 2023. Expected record fiscal 2024 results were fueled by an increase of 200+% in fourth quarter revenue versus the year-ago period driven by strong sales activities in the Company’s mission critical drone services, ballistic products, and artificial intelligence (AI) unit.

Safe Pro Group Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAI) (“Safe Pro” or the “Company”), a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions specializing in drone imagery processing, today announced that its patented, AI-powered drone imagery analysis technology has been showcased at NATO’s 10th Annual Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Workshop by Dr. John Frucci, Chair of the Company’s Safe Pro AI advisory board. Following the event, the NATO EOD Center of Excellence issued a report summarizing their observations for NATO representatives and stakeholders.

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Safe Pro Group Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAI) (“Safe Pro” or the “Company”), a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions specializing in drone imagery processing, today announced that its Artificial Intelligence subsidiary, Safe Pro AI, has introduced SpotlightAI™ ONSITE its latest real-time automatic mine detection software designed for use with virtually any drone. The Microsoft Windows-based AI-powered drone imagery analysis software is currently undergoing real-world testing in Ukraine.

Safe Pro Group Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAI) (“Safe Pro” or the “Company”), a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions specializing in drone imagery processing, today announced the filing of a provisional patent application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for utilizing drones and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve precision of object detection.

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PALM BEACH, Fla., Dec. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FN Media Group News Commentary - While the global drone surveying market is still in the initial phase of the life cycle, the industry is changing at a light speed with continuous technological advancement and expanding service offerings. The drone survey companies are witnessing huge interest from private equity and venture capitalist. Investment firms are investing huge amounts of money in drone survey companies. According to Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider, the global drone surveying market size is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19.3% during the forecast period and will achieve a valuation of US$ 8061.5 million by the end of 2033. The report said: “The drone surveying market is going through a technological revolution. Nowadays drones have improved battery life, a better quality of image, and increased speed in comparison to what they used to be 3-5 years back. The drone surveying industry is growing rapidly amid rising demand across different industries such as energy, infrastructure development, mining, agriculture, real estate, and transportation among others. The market is flooded with entrants of new market players across different segments such as drone hardware, software, and services. The industry is receiving huge interest from investment firms, and drone companies are being invested heavily in the last few years. With the growing adoption of drones in different end-use industries, it is expected that the market will continue to witness growing double-digit demand during the forecast period of 2023-2033.” Active Companies in the markets today include: ZenaTech, Inc. (NASDAQZENA), Safe Pro Group Inc. NASDAQ: SPAINASDAQSPAI)(NASDAQ: AVAVNASDAQAVAV, Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: RCATNASDAQ), Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRODPRO).

Safe Pro Group Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAI), a leader in artificial intelligence-driven drone imagery analysis, today announced its latest landmine detection milestone in Ukraine, identifying over 16,500 lethal explosive items using imagery taken from everyday drones and its recently patented Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered SpotlightAI™ software ecosystem. The rapidly increasing number of detections is the result of expanded real-world data collection and prior usage by customers and stakeholders including the United Nations, the Ukrainian government and major humanitarian organizations currently conducting operations across Ukraine. For a real-life short video demonstration of SpotlightAITM’s newly released features in operation, please click here.

Safe Pro Group Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAI) (“Safe Pro” or the “Company”), a leading provider of mission-critical aerial and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, today announced that its Airborne Response (Airborne) division has delivered on several contract milestones for a multisite installation of a Drone-as-a-First-Responder (DFR) solution under a multiphase contract with a Florida municipal police department. Airborne’s team continues training law enforcement drone pilots in advance of routine 24x7x365 flight operations which can significantly enhance the police department’s public safety response capabilities.

Safe Pro Group Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAI) (“Safe Pro” or the “Company”), a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions specializing in drone imagery processing, today announced that its Mission Critical Unmanned Solutions® subsidiary, Airborne Response (Airborne), has received a purchase order for a multi-site drone inspection project to be executed in 2025 from a multinational telecommunications firm (the “telecommunications customer”).

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PALM BEACH, Fla., Nov. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FN Media Group News Commentary - Military drone technology has undergone significant advancements in recent years, with key developments in stealth technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous flight, and swarming technology. Stealth drones are designed to evade enemy radar detection, making them virtually invisible during reconnaissance and combat missions. These drones are constructed with special materials and shapes that reduce their radar cross-section, rendering them difficult to detect even by advanced radar systems. Numerous industry reports are very optimistic on the market’s future. In fact, a report from Fortune Business Insights projected that: “The military drone market size was valued USD 14.14 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow from USD 16.07 billion in 2024 to USD 47.16 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 13.15% during the forecast period. North America dominated the military drone market with a market share of 36.1% in 2023. Moreover, the military drone market size in the U.S. is projected to grow significantly, reaching an estimated value of USD 10.71 billion by 2030, driven by an increasing R&D investment by industry players such as Sikorsky, Boeing, among other regional players.” Active Tech Companies in the markets today include ZenaTech, Inc. (NASDAQZENA), Northrop Grumman Corporation NYSE: NOCNYSENOC)(NASDAQ: SPAINASDAQSPAI, EHang Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: EHNASDAQ), AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAVAVAV).