Drone Stocks are Still Flying High on a $355.55 Billion Opportunity

October 30, 2025 - Baystreet.ca


Distributed on behalf of ZenaTech

Drone stocks, including ZenaTech (NASDAQ: ZENA), Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (NASDAQ: KTOS), AIRO Group Holdings (NASDAQ: AIRO), Leonardo DRS Inc. (NASDAQ: DRS), and Unusual Machines Inc. (NYSEAMERICAN: UMAC) are just starting to take off.

For one, drones are just starting to revolutionize various multi-billion-dollar industries, such as construction and infrastructure, agriculture, logistics, energy and utilities, public security, engineering and telecom to name a few. Two, with support from the Trump Administration, drone technology has become an essential tool for the government.

Three, drone demand is creating a potential $355.55 billion Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) market, as noted by Research and Markets, by 2032.

All of which is also creating big opportunity for DaaS companies, like ZenaTech whose DaaS model provides businesses and government customers with a flexible and convenient on-demand pay-per-use or subscription access to drone services for surveying, inspections, precision farming, or power washing services, while benefiting from the automation of old tech or manual processes.

Even better, its model also eliminates the need to invest in capital costs, pilots, maintenance, and compliance to benefit from drone innovation.

To gain exposure, ZenaTech Will Highlight Drone as a Service, AI Drone Solutions, and US Defense Initiatives at Three Upcoming Investor Conferences

ZenaTech will participate in three upcoming US investor conferences. These high-profile investor events bring together a variety of institutional investors, fund managers and family offices to learn about new company stories and investment opportunities.

ZenaTech’s leadership team will present an overview of the company and engage in one-on-one meetings highlighting the latest developments regarding its AI drone solutions for commercial and defense markets and the expansion of its Drone as a Service business.

Conference Details:

A DealFlow Conference – The PIPEs Conference - A premier investor event connecting emerging growth companies with institutional investors and family offices. ZenaTech executives will participate in presentations, networking sessions, and investor briefings.

Date: November 12–13, 2025 | Venue: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Florida

Benchmark 14th Annual Discovery One-on-One Conference - A leading forum for one-on-one meetings between company executives and institutional investors, focusing on high-growth technology and defense companies. ZenaTech will present and participate in Investor meetings.

Date: December 4, 2025 | Venue: New York Athletic Club, New York, NY

Northland Virtual Conference 2025 - A virtual platform connecting growth-stage companies with institutional investors and analysts. ZenaTech will participate in live discussions and virtual one-on-one meetings.

Date: December 16, 2025 | Format: Virtual

To schedule a one-on-one meeting with ZenaTech representatives at any of these events, please contact [email protected] or visit the respective conference websites.

Other related developments from around the markets include:

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, a leading technology company in the defense, national security, and global markets, announced the formation of a strategic partnership with Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), a major Korean defense organization to advance Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T) technologies and capabilities. The collaboration builds on Kratos’ deep experience in affordable, high-performance tactical unmanned aerial systems—including the XQ-58A Valkyrie, Mako, and Tactical Firejet—and KAI’s aerospace technologies. Together, the organizations will work to integrate complementary systems and expertise to accelerate the development of interoperable, next-generation MUM-T solutions that enhance joint force readiness and operational flexibility.

AIRO Group Holdings and Bullet (Degree-Trans LLC), a Ukrainian developer of turbojet unmanned interceptor systems, today announced they have signed a Letter of Intent to establish a 50/50 joint venture to produce and deploy Bullet’s combat-proven fixed-wing UAV technology across the United States, NATO defense markets and Ukraine. AIRO will integrate Bullet’s high-speed, modular interceptor drone platform into U.S. manufacturing and defense infrastructure. The advanced interceptor drone achieves remarkable speeds of up to 300 mph (450 km/h), establishing it as one of the fastest unmanned aerial defense systems available. With a substantial flight range of up to 200 km and versatile payload capacity ranging from 2.5 to 9 kg, this interceptor drone represents a significant advancement in aerial defense capabilities. The platform’s modular design allows for rapid deployment and adaptation across various mission profiles, making it an ideal solution for modern defense requirements.

Leonardo DRS Inc. announced the launch of its new product line of high-performance AI-enabled Ground Vehicle Architecture Smart Display systems called Rugged Smart Displays – Ground (RSD-G). The next-generation, tactical computing systems are designed to set a new standard for ruggedness, performance, and connectivity over existing tactical smart display systems used in ground combat vehicles. The new modular RSD-G systems bring the latest in advanced combat smart display technology. By integrating Intel Core™ i7 extended temperature processors with embedded AI capability, users have significant advantages in performance, autonomy, and responsiveness on the battlefield. The displays combine advanced computing technology with high-resolution, multi-function displays in four sizes, enabling military customers to modernize with common computing architecture across platforms.

Unusual Machines Inc., a leading provider of high-performance drone components, today announced it has received an $800,000 order from Red Cat Holdings, Inc., a drone technology company integrating robotic hardware and software for military, government, and commercial operations. The order includes Unusual Machines BLUE UAS listed Aura Analog Camera, Aura VTX, Brave Flight Controller, Brave ESC, HDO+ Goggles, and motors, that will be integrated into Red Cat's FANG™ drones, supporting ongoing demand for U.S.-made, NDAA-compliant systems in defense, public safety, and other government agency applications. "High-quality, NDAA-compliant components are now table stakes--what truly matters is how fast you can deliver them," said Stacy Wright, EVP of Revenue at Unusual Machines. "This order is another example of how our manufacturing readiness and speed-to-market capabilities help customers stay competitive in fast-moving government programs."

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