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Cities, agencies embrace drone technology

Congress considers foreign espionage, cybersecurity concerns

One of this year’s hottest tech gifts is much more than a toy — drones (otherwise known as unmanned aerial vehicles) are broadly appealing to cities and government agencies for a variety of innovative uses.

But concerns about cybersecurity, espionage and foreign threats have legislators considering tough new regulations for the increasingly popular technology.

Once merely a hobby and novelty gift, drones have proven an effective and affordable choice for many applications that were hitherto impossible.

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