ZenaTech Expands into Quantum Computing for Workforce Management and Defense Applications

ZenaTech to Acquire Workforce Scheduling Software Company in Order to Use Quantum Computing to Increase Productivity for Multinational Corporations By Investing.com

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) ("ZenaTech"), a technology company specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drone solutions driven by Quantum (NASDAQ:QMCO) Computing, Drones as a Service, and enterprise SaaS, announces that it has signed an LOI (Letter of Intent) to acquire a workforce scheduling software company with which it plans to develop quantum computing-driven solutions. The software is intended to increase productivity for multinational companies with large and complex workforces and work scheduling challenges such as found in the healthcare, logistics and manufacturing sectors. ZenaTech signed the LOI shortly before the end of the year. The Company anticipates closing on the acquisition before the end of January 2025. This acquisition is part of a larger strategy to expand our internal expertise developing applications using quantum computing across both AI drone and enterprise SaaS areas leveraging growing customer interest and revenue opportunities. The advantages of this technology for workforce management lies in the ability to process vast combinations of variables"from employee availability, skills, regulations, and demand" while in parallel, finding optimal scheduling solutions much faster and more efficiently for complex scenarios found in large companies, said CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D. We plan to invest in building this specialized talent, establishing partnerships with academic and industry leaders, and integrating quantum technologies into our research and development to address specific business challenges, said Dr. Passley. Quantum computing is an emergent field of computer science harnessing the unique qualities of quantum mechanics to solve problems beyond the ability of even the most powerful classical computers of today, to process massively complicated mathematical problems and data at orders of magnitude faster speeds. The overall quantum computing market is growing rapidly, projected to reach over $4 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 30% according to estimates" including Grand View Research and Metatech Insights. Quantum computing is revolutionizing workforce management for multinational companies by tackling complex optimization problems with unprecedented efficiency for employee scheduling, allocating resources across global operations, predicting workforce demand through advanced analytics, and matching talent to roles based on skill patterns and performance data. These capabilities enable companies to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance decision-making, all while improving employee satisfaction through smarter scheduling and role assignments. ZenaTech previously announced its entry into quantum computing with the Sky Traffic project where its subsidiary ZenaDrone will assign teams to work on applications utilizing this technology with AI drones and drone swarms for applications including traffic management, weather forecasting, and border control and perimeter security defense applications. About ZenaTech ZenaTech (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) is a technology company specializing in AI drones, Quantum Computing, Drone as a Service (DaaS), and enterprise SaaS solutions for mission-critical business applications. Since 2017, the company has leveraged its software development expertise and grown its drone design and manufacturing capabilities through ZenaDrone, to innovate and improve customer inspection, monitoring, safety, security, compliance, and surveying processes. With enterprise software customers using branded solutions in law enforcement, health, government, and industrial sectors, and drones being implemented in these plus agriculture, defense, and logistics sectors, ZenaTech's portfolio of solutions helps drive exceptional operational efficiencies, accuracy and cost savings. The company operates through seven global offices in North America, Europe, Taiwan, and UAE, and is growing a DaaS business model and global partner network. About ZenaDrone ZenaDrone, a wholly owned subsidiary of ZenaTech, develops and manufactures autonomous business drone solutions that can incorporate machine learning software, AI, predictive modeling, Quantum Computing, and other software and hardware innovations. Created to revolutionize the hemp farming sector, its specialization has grown to multifunctional drone solutions for industrial surveillance, monitoring, inspection, tracking, process automation and defense applications. Currently, the ZenaDrone 1000 drone is used for crop management applications in agriculture and critical field cargo applications in the defense sector, and the IQ Nano indoor drone is used for inventory management in the warehouse and logistics sectors. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction. This press release and related comments by management of ZenaTech, Inc. include forward-looking statements within the meaning of U.S. federal securities laws and applicable Canadian securities laws. These forward-looking statements are subject to the safe harbor provisions under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. This forward-looking information relates to future events or future performance of ZenaTech and reflects management's expectations and projections regarding ZenaTech's growth, results of operations, performance, and business prospects and opportunities. Such forward-looking statements reflect management's current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terminology such as may, will, should, expect, plan, anticipate, aim, seek, is/are likely to, believe, estimate, predict, potential, continue or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking information in this document includes, but is not limited to ZenaTech's expectations regarding its revenue, expenses, production, operations, costs, cash flows, and future growth; expectations with respect to future production costs and capacity; ZenaTech's ability to deliver products to the market as currently contemplated, including its drone products including ZenaDrone 1000 and IQ Nano; ZenaTech's anticipated cash needs and it's needs for additional financing; ZenaTech's intention to grow the business and its operations and execution risk; expectations with respect to future operations and costs; the volatility of stock prices and market conditions in the industries in which ZenaTech operates; political, economic, environmental, tax, security, and other risks associated with operating in emerging markets; regulatory risks; unfavorable publicity or consumer perception; difficulty in forecasting industry trends; the ability to hire key personnel; the competitive conditions of the industry and the competitive and business strategies of ZenaTech; ZenaTech's expected business objectives for the next twelve months; ZenaTech's ability to obtain additional funds through the sale of equity or debt commitments; investment capital and market share; the ability to complete any contemplated acquisitions; changes in the target markets; market uncertainty; ability to access additional capital, including through the listing of its securities in various jurisdictions; management of growth (plans and timing for expansion); patent infringement; litigation; applicable laws, regulations, and any amendments affecting the business of ZenaTech. Forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions and analyses made by the management of ZenaTech in light of its experience and understanding of historical trends and current conditions and other factors management believes are appropriate to consider, which are subject to risks and uncertainties. Although ZenaTech's management believes that the assumptions underlying these statements are reasonable, they may prove to be incorrect, and actual results may vary materially from the forward-looking information presented. Given these risks and uncertainties underlying the assumptions made, prospective purchasers of ZenaTech's securities should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Further, any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and, except as required by applicable law, ZenaTech undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for management to predict all such factors and to assess in advance the impact of each such factor on ZenaTech's business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. Potential investors should read this document with the understanding that ZenaTech's actual future results may be materially different from what is currently anticipated.

ZenaTech to Acquire Workforce Scheduling Software Company in Order to Use Quantum Computing to Increase Productivity for Multinational Corporations

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) ("ZenaTech"), a technology company specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drone solutions driven by Quantum Computing, Drones as a Service, and enterprise SaaS, announces that it has signed an LOI (Letter of Intent) to acquire a workforce scheduling software company with which it plans to develop quantum computing-driven solutions. The software is intended to increase productivity for multinational companies with large and complex workforces and work scheduling challenges such as found in the healthcare, logistics and manufacturing sectors. ZenaTech signed the LOI shortly before the end of the year. The Company anticipates closing on the acquisition before the end of January 2025. "This acquisition is part of a larger strategy to expand our internal expertise developing applications using quantum computing across both AI drone and enterprise SaaS areas leveraging growing customer interest and revenue opportunities. The advantages of this technology for workforce management lies in the ability to process vast combinations of variables -- from employee availability, skills, regulations, and demand -- while in parallel, finding optimal scheduling solutions much faster and more efficiently for complex scenarios found in large companies," said CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D. We plan to invest in building this specialized talent, establishing partnerships with academic and industry leaders, and integrating quantum technologies into our research and development to address specific business challenges," said Dr. Passley. Quantum computing is an emergent field of computer science harnessing the unique qualities of quantum mechanics to solve problems beyond the ability of even the most powerful classical computers of today, to process massively complicated mathematical problems and data at orders of magnitude faster speeds. The overall quantum computing market is growing rapidly, projected to reach over $4 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 30% according to estimates including Grand View Research and Metatech Insights. Quantum computing is revolutionizing workforce management for multinational companies by tackling complex optimization problems with unprecedented efficiency for employee scheduling, allocating resources across global operations, predicting workforce demand through advanced analytics, and matching talent to roles based on skill patterns and performance data. These capabilities enable companies to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance decision-making, all while improving employee satisfaction through smarter scheduling and role assignments. ZenaTech previously announced its entry into quantum computing with the Sky Traffic project where its subsidiary ZenaDrone will assign teams to work on applications utilizing this technology with AI drones and drone swarms for applications including traffic management, weather forecasting, and border control and perimeter security defense applications. About ZenaTech ZenaTech (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) is a technology company specializing in AI drones, Quantum Computing, Drone as a Service (DaaS), and enterprise SaaS solutions for mission-critical business applications. Since 2017, the company has leveraged its software development expertise and grown its drone design and manufacturing capabilities through ZenaDrone, to innovate and improve customer inspection, monitoring, safety, security, compliance, and surveying processes. With enterprise software customers using branded solutions in law enforcement, health, government, and industrial sectors, and drones being implemented in these plus agriculture, defense, and logistics sectors, ZenaTech's portfolio of solutions helps drive exceptional operational efficiencies, accuracy and cost savings. The company operates through seven global offices in North America, Europe, Taiwan, and UAE, and is growing a DaaS business model and global partner network. About ZenaDrone ZenaDrone, a wholly owned subsidiary of ZenaTech, develops and manufactures autonomous business drone solutions that can incorporate machine learning software, AI, predictive modeling, Quantum Computing, and other software and hardware innovations. Created to revolutionize the hemp farming sector, its specialization has grown to multifunctional drone solutions for industrial surveillance, monitoring, inspection, tracking, process automation and defense applications. Currently, the ZenaDrone 1000 drone is used for crop management applications in agriculture and critical field cargo applications in the defense sector, and the IQ Nano indoor drone is used for inventory management in the warehouse and logistics sectors. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction. This press release and related comments by management of ZenaTech, Inc. include "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of U.S. federal securities laws and applicable Canadian securities laws. These forward-looking statements are subject to the safe harbor provisions under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. This forward-looking information relates to future events or future performance of ZenaTech and reflects management's expectations and projections regarding ZenaTech's growth, results of operations, performance, and business prospects and opportunities. Such forward-looking statements reflect management's current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terminology such as "may", "will", "should", "expect", "plan", "anticipate", "aim", "seek", "is/are likely to", "believe", "estimate", "predict", "potential", "continue" or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking information in this document includes, but is not limited to ZenaTech's expectations regarding its revenue, expenses, production, operations, costs, cash flows, and future growth; expectations with respect to future production costs and capacity; ZenaTech's ability to deliver products to the market as currently contemplated, including its drone products including ZenaDrone 1000 and IQ Nano; ZenaTech's anticipated cash needs and it's needs for additional financing; ZenaTech's intention to grow the business and its operations and execution risk; expectations with respect to future operations and costs; the volatility of stock prices and market conditions in the industries in which ZenaTech operates; political, economic, environmental, tax, security, and other risks associated with operating in emerging markets; regulatory risks; unfavorable publicity or consumer perception; difficulty in forecasting industry trends; the ability to hire key personnel; the competitive conditions of the industry and the competitive and business strategies of ZenaTech; ZenaTech's expected business objectives for the next twelve months; ZenaTech's ability to obtain additional funds through the sale of equity or debt commitments; investment capital and market share; the ability to complete any contemplated acquisitions; changes in the target markets; market uncertainty; ability to access additional capital, including through the listing of its securities in various jurisdictions; management of growth (plans and timing for expansion); patent infringement; litigation; applicable laws, regulations, and any amendments affecting the business of ZenaTech. Forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions and analyses made by the management of ZenaTech in light of its experience and understanding of historical trends and current conditions and other factors management believes are appropriate to consider, which are subject to risks and uncertainties. Although ZenaTech's management believes that the assumptions underlying these statements are reasonable, they may prove to be incorrect, and actual results may vary materially from the forward-looking information presented. Given these risks and uncertainties underlying the assumptions made, prospective purchasers of ZenaTech's securities should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Further, any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and, except as required by applicable law, ZenaTech undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for management to predict all such factors and to assess in advance the impact of each such factor on ZenaTech's business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. Potential investors should read this document with the understanding that ZenaTech's actual future results may be materially different from what is currently anticipated.

ZenaTech Opens a Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Drone Testing Facility in Turkey for US Defense and NATO-Destined ZenaDrone 1000 Drones By Investing.com

TORONTO, Jan. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) ("ZenaTech"), a technology company specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drone solutions driven by Quantum (NASDAQ:QMCO) Computing, Drones as a Service, and enterprise SaaS, announces that it has signed a lease to open a Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone testing facility in Turkey. The facility will serve as a product testing site for its subsidiary ZenaDrone's ZenaDrone 1000 model drones designed for the US Defense Branches and NATO. The testing facility will be fully set up and operational during the first quarter of 2025. Having a testing facility in Turkey will accelerate the development of our US Defense and NATO models of the ZenaDrone 1000. Importantly it will help to advance our AI drone swarm solutions and the Drone Command Center hub at the heart of missions. Turkey is a favorable European location for experimental drone testing and known for its defense industry innovation and we are grateful to be collaborating there, said CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D. The company will test defense drone applications including ISRT (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting), logistics and transportation, and other applications over wide distances beyond an operator's line of sight. The company will also design and test its Drone Command Center, a mobile room that manages the computers, controls, and communications for multiple drones flying at one time, which it intends to file a patent for in the first quarter of 2025. The site is expected to help provide additional testing and readiness for future US FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) licensing applications. A drone command center is a centralized facility or mobile room used to monitor, control, and manage the operations of multiple drones or AI drone swarms in real-time. It acts as the operational hub where drone missions are planned, executed, and monitored, ensuring that drones are collecting data and performing their tasks safely, efficiently, and within regulatory guidelines. A drone swarm is a group of autonomous drones that work together, coordinated by algorithms, to perform tasks with dramatically improved speed, efficiency, and coverage. ZenaTech previously announced the Sky Traffic project where ZenaDrone teams will be working on applications for drone swarms, also utilizing Quantum Computing, which will include border control and perimeter security military applications. ZenaDrone previously completed paid trials with both the US Air Force and US Naval Research using its drones for carrying critical cargo -- such as blood -- in the field. ZenaDrone plans to manufacture and assemble its US Department of Defense (DoD) drones in Phoenix, Arizona. The ZenaDrone 1000 is an autonomous drone, in a quadcopter design with eight rotors, and is considered a medium-sized drone, roughly the size of a boardroom table. It is designed for stable flight, maneuverability, heavy lift capabilities, incorporating innovative software technology, AI, sensors, and purpose-built attachments, along with compact and rugged hardware engineered for industrial and defense use. ZenaDrone solutions for the US military must be NDAA (National Defense Administration Act) compliant, a requirement with strict drone cybersecurity and country of origin specifications, including chipsets, cameras, and components, which excludes a set list of Chinese manufacturers. The company previously announced that its supply chain is NDAA-compliant. The company has also previously announced that it plans to apply for Green UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) followed by Blue UAS certification. The Blue UAS program is a stringent government-approved supplier list of drone companies that wish to do business with the US DoD. The Green UAS program is essentially the same as the Blue UAS program, only it is a more streamlined and faster certification process without the country of origin specifications. About ZenaTech ZenaTech (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) is a technology company specializing in AI drones, Quantum Computing, Drone as a Service (DaaS), and enterprise SaaS solutions for mission-critical business applications. Since 2017, the company has leveraged its software development expertise and grown its drone design and manufacturing capabilities through ZenaDrone, to innovate and improve customer inspection, monitoring, safety, security, compliance, and surveying processes. With enterprise software customers using branded solutions in law enforcement, government, and industrial sectors, and drones being implemented in these plus agriculture, defense, and logistics sectors, ZenaTech's portfolio of solutions helps drive exceptional operational efficiencies, accuracy and cost savings. The company operates through seven global offices in North America, Europe, Taiwan, and UAE, and is growing a DaaS business model and global partner network. About ZenaDrone ZenaDrone, a wholly owned subsidiary of ZenaTech, develops and manufactures autonomous business drone solutions that can incorporate machine learning software, AI, predictive modeling, Quantum Computing, and other software and hardware innovations. Created to revolutionize the hemp farming sector, its specialization has grown to multifunctional drone solutions for industrial surveillance, monitoring, inspection, tracking, process automation and defense applications. Currently, the ZenaDrone 1000 drone is used for crop management applications in agriculture and critical field cargo applications in the defense sector, and the IQ Nano indoor drone is used for inventory management in the warehouse and logistics sectors. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction. This press release and related comments by management of ZenaTech, Inc. include forward-looking statements within the meaning of U.S. federal securities laws and applicable Canadian securities laws. These forward-looking statements are subject to the safe harbor provisions under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. This forward-looking information relates to future events or future performance of ZenaTech and reflects management's expectations and projections regarding ZenaTech's growth, results of operations, performance, and business prospects and opportunities. Such forward-looking statements reflect management's current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terminology such as may, will, should, expect, plan, anticipate, aim, seek, is/are likely to, believe, estimate, predict, potential, continue or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking information in this document includes, but is not limited to ZenaTech's expectations regarding its revenue, expenses, production, operations, costs, cash flows, and future growth; expectations with respect to future production costs and capacity; ZenaTech's ability to deliver products to the market as currently contemplated, including its drone products including ZenaDrone 1000 and IQ Nano; ZenaTech's anticipated cash needs and it's needs for additional financing; ZenaTech's intention to grow the business and its operations and execution risk; expectations with respect to future operations and costs; the volatility of stock prices and market conditions in the industries in which ZenaTech operates; political, economic, environmental, tax, security, and other risks associated with operating in emerging markets; regulatory risks; unfavorable publicity or consumer perception; difficulty in forecasting industry trends; the ability to hire key personnel; the competitive conditions of the industry and the competitive and business strategies of ZenaTech; ZenaTech's expected business objectives for the next twelve months; ZenaTech's ability to obtain additional funds through the sale of equity or debt commitments; investment capital and market share; the ability to complete any contemplated acquisitions; changes in the target markets; market uncertainty; ability to access additional capital, including through the listing of its securities in various jurisdictions; management of growth (plans and timing for expansion); patent infringement; litigation; applicable laws, regulations, and any amendments affecting the business of ZenaTech. Forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions and analyses made by the management of ZenaTech in light of its experience and understanding of historical trends and current conditions and other factors management believes are appropriate to consider, which are subject to risks and uncertainties. Although ZenaTech's management believes that the assumptions underlying these statements are reasonable, they may prove to be incorrect, and actual results may vary materially from the forward-looking information presented. Given these risks and uncertainties underlying the assumptions made, prospective purchasers of ZenaTech's securities should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Further, any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and, except as required by applicable law, ZenaTech undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for management to predict all such factors and to assess in advance the impact of each such factor on ZenaTech's business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. Potential investors should read this document with the understanding that ZenaTech's actual future results may be materially different from what is currently anticipated.

ZenaTech to Acquire Workforce Scheduling Software Company in Order to Use Quantum Computing to Increase Productivity for Multinational Corporations - ZenaTech (NASDAQ:ZENA)

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZenaTech, Inc. ZENA (FSE: 49Q) ("ZenaTech"), a technology company specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drone solutions driven by Quantum Computing, Drones as a Service, and enterprise SaaS, announces that it has signed an LOI (Letter of Intent) to acquire a workforce scheduling software company with which it plans to develop quantum computing-driven solutions. The software is intended to increase productivity for multinational companies with large and complex workforces and work scheduling challenges such as found in the healthcare, logistics and manufacturing sectors. ZenaTech signed the LOI shortly before the end of the year. The Company anticipates closing on the acquisition before the end of January 2025. "This acquisition is part of a larger strategy to expand our internal expertise developing applications using quantum computing across both AI drone and enterprise SaaS areas leveraging growing customer interest and revenue opportunities. The advantages of this technology for workforce management lies in the ability to process vast combinations of variables -- from employee availability, skills, regulations, and demand -- while in parallel, finding optimal scheduling solutions much faster and more efficiently for complex scenarios found in large companies," said CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D. We plan to invest in building this specialized talent, establishing partnerships with academic and industry leaders, and integrating quantum technologies into our research and development to address specific business challenges," said Dr. Passley. Quantum computing is an emergent field of computer science harnessing the unique qualities of quantum mechanics to solve problems beyond the ability of even the most powerful classical computers of today, to process massively complicated mathematical problems and data at orders of magnitude faster speeds. The overall quantum computing market is growing rapidly, projected to reach over $4 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 30% according to estimates including Grand View Research and Metatech Insights. Quantum computing is revolutionizing workforce management for multinational companies by tackling complex optimization problems with unprecedented efficiency for employee scheduling, allocating resources across global operations, predicting workforce demand through advanced analytics, and matching talent to roles based on skill patterns and performance data. These capabilities enable companies to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance decision-making, all while improving employee satisfaction through smarter scheduling and role assignments. ZenaTech previously announced its entry into quantum computing with the Sky Traffic project where its subsidiary ZenaDrone will assign teams to work on applications utilizing this technology with AI drones and drone swarms for applications including traffic management, weather forecasting, and border control and perimeter security defense applications. About ZenaTech ZenaTech ZENA (FSE: 49Q) is a technology company specializing in AI drones, Quantum Computing, Drone as a Service (DaaS), and enterprise SaaS solutions for mission-critical business applications. Since 2017, the company has leveraged its software development expertise and grown its drone design and manufacturing capabilities through ZenaDrone, to innovate and improve customer inspection, monitoring, safety, security, compliance, and surveying processes. With enterprise software customers using branded solutions in law enforcement, health, government, and industrial sectors, and drones being implemented in these plus agriculture, defense, and logistics sectors, ZenaTech's portfolio of solutions helps drive exceptional operational efficiencies, accuracy and cost savings. The company operates through seven global offices in North America, Europe, Taiwan, and UAE, and is growing a DaaS business model and global partner network. About ZenaDrone ZenaDrone, a wholly owned subsidiary of ZenaTech, develops and manufactures autonomous business drone solutions that can incorporate machine learning software, AI, predictive modeling, Quantum Computing, and other software and hardware innovations. Created to revolutionize the hemp farming sector, its specialization has grown to multifunctional drone solutions for industrial surveillance, monitoring, inspection, tracking, process automation and defense applications. Currently, the ZenaDrone 1000 drone is used for crop management applications in agriculture and critical field cargo applications in the defense sector, and the IQ Nano indoor drone is used for inventory management in the warehouse and logistics sectors. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction. Contacts for more information: Company, Investors and Media: Linda Montgomery ZenaTech 312-241-1415 investors@zenatech.com Investors: Michael Mason CORE IR investors@zenatech.com Safe Harbor This press release and related comments by management of ZenaTech, Inc. include "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of U.S. federal securities laws and applicable Canadian securities laws. These forward-looking statements are subject to the safe harbor provisions under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. This forward-looking information relates to future events or future performance of ZenaTech and reflects management's expectations and projections regarding ZenaTech's growth, results of operations, performance, and business prospects and opportunities. Such forward-looking statements reflect management's current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terminology such as "may", "will", "should", "expect", "plan", "anticipate", "aim", "seek", "is/are likely to", "believe", "estimate", "predict", "potential", "continue" or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking information in this document includes, but is not limited to ZenaTech's expectations regarding its revenue, expenses, production, operations, costs, cash flows, and future growth; expectations with respect to future production costs and capacity; ZenaTech's ability to deliver products to the market as currently contemplated, including its drone products including ZenaDrone 1000 and IQ Nano; ZenaTech's anticipated cash needs and it's needs for additional financing; ZenaTech's intention to grow the business and its operations and execution risk; expectations with respect to future operations and costs; the volatility of stock prices and market conditions in the industries in which ZenaTech operates; political, economic, environmental, tax, security, and other risks associated with operating in emerging markets; regulatory risks; unfavorable publicity or consumer perception; difficulty in forecasting industry trends; the ability to hire key personnel; the competitive conditions of the industry and the competitive and business strategies of ZenaTech; ZenaTech's expected business objectives for the next twelve months; ZenaTech's ability to obtain additional funds through the sale of equity or debt commitments; investment capital and market share; the ability to complete any contemplated acquisitions; changes in the target markets; market uncertainty; ability to access additional capital, including through the listing of its securities in various jurisdictions; management of growth (plans and timing for expansion); patent infringement; litigation; applicable laws, regulations, and any amendments affecting the business of ZenaTech. Forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions and analyses made by the management of ZenaTech in light of its experience and understanding of historical trends and current conditions and other factors management believes are appropriate to consider, which are subject to risks and uncertainties. Although ZenaTech's management believes that the assumptions underlying these statements are reasonable, they may prove to be incorrect, and actual results may vary materially from the forward-looking information presented. Given these risks and uncertainties underlying the assumptions made, prospective purchasers of ZenaTech's securities should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Further, any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and, except as required by applicable law, ZenaTech undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for management to predict all such factors and to assess in advance the impact of each such factor on ZenaTech's business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. Potential investors should read this document with the understanding that ZenaTech's actual future results may be materially different from what is currently anticipated. ZENAZenaTech Inc$7.131.13%WatchlistOverviewMarket News and Data brought to you by Benzinga APIs

Technological Innovation of Advanced Drone Systems Playing Integral Role in Strengthening Military Defense Operations By Investing.com

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. (NASDAQ: ZENA), AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV), Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV), Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI), Lockheed Martin (NYSE: NYSE:LMT), Kratos Defense & (NASDAQ:KTOS) Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS). The article concluded: The military drone market in the U.S. is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of over 12% from 2024 to 2030. Due to the country's commitment to advancing its defense capabilities and integrating cutting-edge technologies into its military operations, the U.S. military's substantial investment in research and development, coupled with its focus on enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining technological superiority, drives high demand for sophisticated unmanned systems. The military drone market in the Europe region is anticipated to register a CAGR of around 12% from 2024 to 2030 owing to the region's commitment to enhancing its defense capabilities and addressing emerging security threats through advanced technologies. The collaborative defense initiatives, such as joint European defense programs and NATO partnerships, alongside growing defense budgets and a focus on technological innovation, are key factors contributing to the strong growth of the market in Europe. ZenaTech Inc.'s (NASDAQ: ZENA) Opens a Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Drone Testing Facility in Turkey for US Defense and NATO-Destined ZenaDrone 1000 Drones - ZenaTech, Inc. (FSE: 49Q) ("ZenaTech"), a technology company specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drone solutions driven by Quantum (NASDAQ:QMCO) Computing, Drones as a Service, and enterprise SaaS, announces that it has signed a lease to open a Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone testing facility in Turkey. The facility will serve as a product testing site for its subsidiary ZenaDrone's ZenaDrone 1000 model drones designed for the US Defense Branches and NATO. The testing facility will be fully set up and operational during the first quarter of 2025. Having a testing facility in Turkey will accelerate the development of our US Defense and NATO models of the ZenaDrone 1000. Importantly it will help to advance our AI drone swarm solutions and the Drone Command Center hub at the heart of missions. Turkey is a favorable European location for experimental drone testing and known for its defense industry innovation and we are grateful to be collaborating there, said CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D. The company will test defense drone applications including ISRT (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting), logistics and transportation, and other applications over wide distances beyond an operator's line of sight. The company will also design and test its Drone Command Center, a mobile room that manages the computers, controls, and communications for multiple drones flying at one time, which it intends to file a patent for in the first quarter of 2025. The site is expected to help provide additional testing and readiness for future US FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) licensing applications. A drone command center is a centralized facility or mobile room used to monitor, control, and manage the operations of multiple drones or AI drone swarms in real-time. It acts as the operational hub where drone missions are planned, executed, and monitored, ensuring that drones are collecting data and performing their tasks safely, efficiently, and within regulatory guidelines. A drone swarm is a group of autonomous drones that work together, coordinated by algorithms, to perform tasks with dramatically improved speed, efficiency, and coverage. ZenaTech previously announced the Sky Traffic project where ZenaDrone teams will be working on applications for drone swarms, also utilizing Quantum Computing, which will include border control and perimeter security military applications. ZenaDrone previously completed paid trials with both the US Air Force and US Naval Research using its drones for carrying critical cargo -- such as blood -- in the field. ZenaDrone plans to manufacture and assemble its US Department of Defense (DoD) drones in Phoenix, Arizona. The ZenaDrone 1000 is an autonomous drone, in a quadcopter design with eight rotors, and is considered a medium-sized drone, roughly the size of a boardroom table. It is designed for stable flight, maneuverability, heavy lift capabilities, incorporating innovative software technology, AI, sensors, and purpose-built attachments, along with compact and rugged hardware engineered for industrial and defense use. ZenaDrone solutions for the US military must be NDAA (National Defense Administration Act) compliant, a requirement with strict drone cybersecurity and country of origin specifications, including chipsets, cameras, and components, which excludes a set list of Chinese manufacturers. The company previously announced that its supply chain is NDAA-compliant. The company has also previously announced that it plans to apply for Green UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) followed by Blue UAS certification. The Blue UAS program is a stringent government-approved supplier list of drone companies that wish to do business with the US DoD. The Green UAS program is essentially the same as the Blue UAS program, only it is a more streamlined and faster certification process without the country of origin specifications. Continued| Read this full release by visiting: https://www.financialnewsmedia.com/news-zena/ Other recent developments in the market include: AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV) recently reported financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended October 26, 2024. "AeroVironment continues to deliver strong results, including record second-quarter revenue along with a healthy funded backlog that is 25% higher than the prior quarter," said Wahid Nawabi, AeroVironment chairman, president and chief executive officer. "Key wins from our Loitering Munition Systems segment continue to drive growth for the company. "We expect our proposed acquisition of BlueHalo to further advance our growth opportunities with a highly complementary portfolio of products, customers and capabilities in key defense space and intelligence sectors and establish AeroVironment as the next generation defense technology company for our customers. We look forward to continued momentum beyond fiscal year 2025." Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI), a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions specializing in drone imagery processing, recently 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. The Safe Pro AI Drone Demining Packages are designed to significantly increase efficiency and safety during the performance of demining tasks and to facilitate the survey of terrain for planning and construction projects. Designed in collaboration with SSTS as a turnkey system, these packages can support demining survey teams utilizing the Company's patented SpotlightAI™ threat detection platform with integrated 2D/3D mapping. Each package also includes an array of standardized demining hardware, ballistic protection gear, as well as multiple, commercially available survey drones, vehicle, spare parts and power supplies. Safe Pro is engaging with Government Lobbyists, prime contractors and stakeholders to facilitate the purchase of the demining packages. Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) recently announced that it will webcast live its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings results conference call (listen-only mode) on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025 at 11 a.m. ET. James Taiclet, chairman, president and chief executive officer; Jay Malave, chief financial officer; and Maria Ricciardone, vice president, Treasurer and Investor Relations, will discuss fourth quarter and full year 2024 results, provide updates on key topics and answer questions. Fourth quarter and full year 2024 results will be published prior to the market opening on Jan. 28. The live webcast will be available at www.lockheedmartin.com/investor and the accompanying presentation slides and relevant financial charts will also be available on the same website prior to market open. An on-demand replay of the webcast will be available through Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025 at www.lockheedmartin.com/investor. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS), a technology company in Defense, National Security and Global Markets, recently announced that it was awarded a $6.5 million, single award contract by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to provide flight testing for hypersonic research supporting future weapon systems. The two-year contract which began in August 2023 includes flight tests to develop, characterize, and validate critical hypersonic components for technology maturation and risk reduction. The contract was awarded by the DARPA Defense Sciences Office (DSO) and supports their mission of creating the next generation of scientific discoveries and fueling innovation by leaning forward to expand the art of the possible. During program execution, Kratos is leveraging flight proven, affordable hypersonic test beds and sounding rocket-based launch vehicles to fulfill various flight experiment requirements and validate modeling and simulation (M&S (LON:MKS)) tools rapidly and affordably for future hypersonic flight testing. 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Adoption of Autonomous Drones Rises for Military Operations Fueled by Cutting-Edge Technology By Investing.com

PALM BEACH, Fla., Jan. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FN Media Group News Commentary - The global military drone market is witnessing rapid technological advancements, with significant improvements in drone capabilities such as endurance, payload capacity, and stealth features. Innovations in materials science, battery technology, and miniaturization are enabling drones to fly longer, carry heavier loads, and avoid detection more effectively. A report from Grand View Research predicted that the Global Military Drone Market Size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 13.8% from 2024 to 2030. The report said: There is a growing trend towards the adoption of autonomous and semi-autonomous drone systems in military operations. Autonomous drones can perform complex missions with minimal human intervention, reducing the risk to personnel and increasing mission success rates. The development of sophisticated algorithms for navigation, target recognition, and obstacle avoidance is driving market growth. Military drones are increasingly being integrated with other defense systems to create a cohesive and interconnected battlefield environment. This integration includes linking drones with ground-based radar systems, manned aircraft, and naval vessels, enabling seamless data sharing and coordinated operations. The concept of network-centric warfare, where various military assets are interconnected through a robust communication network, is driving market growth. Active Companies in the markets today include ZenaTech, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZENA), AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS), Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: RCAT), Ondas Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ONDS), Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: NASDAQ:DPRO) (CSE: DPRO). Grand View Research continued: There is a noticeable shift towards smaller, tactical drones. These drones are designed for short-range missions and can be deployed quickly and discreetly. They are used extensively for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions, providing real-time situational awareness to ground troops. Their portability and ease of use make them ideal for urban warfare and counter-insurgency operations, where flexibility and rapid deployment are crucial. Moreover, as the use of military drones becomes more widespread, there is an increased focus on developing counter-drone technologies. These technologies aim to detect, identify, and neutralize hostile drones, protecting critical infrastructure and military assets. Counter-drone systems employ a variety of methods, including radar, RF jamming, and kinetic interception, to mitigate the threat posed by enemy drones. The rise in asymmetric warfare, where non-state actors and insurgent groups use commercial drones for attacks, has further accelerated the development and deployment of counter-drone solutions. ZenaTech Inc.'s (NASDAQ:ZENA) Opens a Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Drone Testing Facility in Turkey for US Defense and NATO-Destined ZenaDrone 1000 Drones - ZenaTech, Inc. (FSE: 49Q) ("ZenaTech"), a technology company specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drone solutions driven by Quantum (NASDAQ:QMCO) Computing, Drones as a Service, and enterprise SaaS, announces that it has signed a lease to open a Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone testing facility in Turkey. The facility will serve as a product testing site for its subsidiary ZenaDrone's ZenaDrone 1000 model drones designed for the US Defense Branches and NATO. The testing facility will be fully set up and operational during the first quarter of 2025. Having a testing facility in Turkey will accelerate the development of our US Defense and NATO models of the ZenaDrone 1000. Importantly it will help to advance our AI drone swarm solutions and the Drone Command Center hub at the heart of missions. Turkey is a favorable European location for experimental drone testing and known for its defense industry innovation and we are grateful to be collaborating there, said CEO Shaun Passley, Ph.D. The company will test defense drone applications including ISRT (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting), logistics and transportation, and other applications over wide distances beyond an operator's line of sight. The company will also design and test its Drone Command Center, a mobile room that manages the computers, controls, and communications for multiple drones flying at one time, which it intends to file a patent for in the first quarter of 2025. The site is expected to help provide additional testing and readiness for future US FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) licensing applications. A drone command center is a centralized facility or mobile room used to monitor, control, and manage the operations of multiple drones or AI drone swarms in real-time. It acts as the operational hub where drone missions are planned, executed, and monitored, ensuring that drones are collecting data and performing their tasks safely, efficiently, and within regulatory guidelines. A drone swarm is a group of autonomous drones that work together, coordinated by algorithms, to perform tasks with dramatically improved speed, efficiency, and coverage. ZenaTech previously announced the Sky Traffic project where ZenaDrone teams will be working on applications for drone swarms, also utilizing Quantum Computing, which will include border control and perimeter security military applications. ZenaDrone previously completed paid trials with both the US Air Force and US Naval Research using its drones for carrying critical cargo -- such as blood -- in the field. ZenaDrone plans to manufacture and assemble its US Department of Defense (DoD) drones in Phoenix, Arizona. The ZenaDrone 1000 is an autonomous drone, in a quadcopter design with eight rotors, and is considered a medium-sized drone, roughly the size of a boardroom table. It is designed for stable flight, maneuverability, heavy lift capabilities, incorporating innovative software technology, AI, sensors, and purpose-built attachments, along with compact and rugged hardware engineered for industrial and defense use. ZenaDrone solutions for the US military must be NDAA (National Defense Administration Act) compliant, a requirement with strict drone cybersecurity and country of origin specifications, including chipsets, cameras, and components, which excludes a set list of Chinese manufacturers. The company previously announced that its supply chain is NDAA-compliant. The company has also previously announced that it plans to apply for Green UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) followed by Blue UAS certification. The Blue UAS program is a stringent government-approved supplier list of drone companies that wish to do business with the US DoD. The Green UAS program is essentially the same as the Blue UAS program, only it is a more streamlined and faster certification process without the country of origin specifications. Continued| Read this full release by visiting: https://www.financialnewsmedia.com/news-zena/ Other recent developments in the markets include: AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS), a leading provider of best-in-class unmanned aerial systems (UAS), sensors and software solutions for customers worldwide in the commercial and government verticals, announces it has received order for 60 RedEdge-P Multispectral Sensors from an East Asian value-added reseller (VAR). AgEagle CEO Bill Irby commented, This sale marks another significant milestone in 2024 as the Company continues to secure larger quantity orders, in this case, the largest sensor order in our history. We remain dedicated to enhancing our product offerings and driving new revenue streams as AgEagle maintains its course in positioning for long-term shareholder value creation. Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: RCAT), recently announced a strategic partnership with Palantir Technologies Inc . (NASDAQ:PLTR) to integrate Visual Navigation software (VNav) into Red Cat's Black Widow drones and to deploy Warp Speed, Palantir's manufacturing OS. This collaboration will transform autonomous sUAS operations for modern warfare by utilizing Palantir's advanced AI software running onboard the drone which references up-to-date onboard satellite imagery to provide accurate navigation entirely independent of GPS or radio control signals. The integration of Palantir's VNav software and use of Warp Speed advances Red Cat's mission to define the future of aerial intelligence and provide warfighters with critical, real-time situational awareness on the battlefield. Following Black Widow's selection for the U.S. Army's Short Range Reconnaissance Program, this partnership accelerates the ability to deploy electronic-warfare (EW) resistant sUAS without GPS. Palantir's VNav software solves the persistent problem of long-range inertial drift by comparing the drone's position against onboard up-to-date satellite imagery. Ondas Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ONDS), a leading provider of private industrial wireless networks and commercial drone and automated data solutions, announced recently that its Ondas Autonomous Systems Inc. ("OAS") business unit's subsidiary Airobotics has received a purchase order from one of the world's largest semiconductor manufacturers to renew ongoing aerial security and data services. As part of this purchase order, Airobotics offers aerial security and data services using its Optimus drone infrastructure, which includes docking stations and drones capable of capturing diverse aerial data types. These data are processed into real-time insights for end-users without human intervention. Since its initial installation in 2016, Airobotics has expanded its autonomous drone operations within the growing semiconductor chip manufacturing facility in Israel. The Optimus System provides 24/7 aerial operations for security, safety, and project management services through a unified data and analytics platform for the customer, project managers, and third-party contractors. Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO), an award-winning, industry-leading drone solutions and systems developer, recently announced the successful completion of initial flights as part of a proof-of-concept, research-and-development drone delivery project for Mass General Brigham (MGB) Home Hospital. This initial phase involved collaborating with MGB and regulators to evaluate and map potential routes as well as complete test flights that included takeoff and landing within hospital infrastructure. These test flights did not contribute to care delivery. This initiative aims to demonstrate how drone deliveries could ensure timely access to critical medical supplies or laboratory samples, thereby minimizing traditional logistical delays. 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