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title: "ZenaTech unit ZenaDrone begins prototype development of IQ Sphere autonomous drone"
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description: "ZenaTech's ZenaDrone unit has initiated prototype development for the IQ Sphere, a soccer ball-sized autonomous drone designed for GPS-denied defense ISR missions. Weighing 5-6 kg with a protective spherical frame, it targets confined-environment operations for force protection, industrial inspection, and infrastructure security. Prototype testing is scheduled to begin in the coming weeks, expanding ZenaDrone’s IQ Series pipeline."
datetime: "2026-07-07T11:30:54.000Z"
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# ZenaTech unit ZenaDrone begins prototype development of IQ Sphere autonomous drone

-   Zenatech’s ZenaDrone began prototype development of the IQ Sphere, a soccer ball-sized autonomous drone aimed at GPS-denied defense ISR missions. \* Platform targets confined-environment operations to support force protection during high-risk missions; dual-use focus includes industrial inspection and critical infrastructure security. \* IQ Sphere weighs 5-6 kilograms, uses a protective spherical frame, features modular architecture for autonomous operation in GPS-denied spaces. \* Prototype testing is expected to start in the coming weeks, adding to ZenaDrone’s IQ Series pipeline of autonomous systems in development. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Zenatech Inc. published the original content used to generate this news brief via GlobeNewswire (Ref. ID: 202607070730OMX\_\_\_\_\_CNEWS\_EN\_GNW9757943\_en) on July 07, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT)

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