ZenaTech Makes Strides with Quantum Computing Sky Traffic Project
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 19, 2025 – ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA), a technology company specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drones, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS, and Quantum Computing solutions, has announced positive results from its initial testing of the Quantum Computing Sky Traffic project.
High Accuracy in Weather Forecasting
The company’s initial tests, which utilized AI algorithms and quantum computing to predict weather, showed a significant level of accuracy. The test, based on 2016 data, accurately predicted temperatures and other parameters, demonstrating the potential of combining AI and quantum computing in weather forecasting.
Expanding the Team
Encouraged by the success of these tests, ZenaTech is growing its internal team over the next two months. The expansion includes hiring additional quantum engineers, AI specialists, hardware engineers, and optimization experts. The company is also reaching out to leading research facilities at international universities to recruit talented professionals, including researchers, instructors, and Ph.D. candidates.
CEO’s Vision for the Future
“The Sky Traffic project aims to revolutionize weather forecasting and drone applications by leveraging AI and quantum computing to process vast data streams,” said Dr. Shaun Passley, CEO of ZenaTech. “Our approach focuses on assembling a multidisciplinary team to enhance autonomous drone capabilities, integrating quantum algorithms with advanced machine learning to optimize navigation, decision-making, and real-time data processing for next-generation aerial intelligence.”
Launch of Sky Traffic Project
ZenaTech launched the Sky Traffic project in November 2024. This initiative seeks to utilize AI drones, quantum computing, and expert teams to develop and test advanced applications for traffic management, weather forecasting, wildfire management, and defense operations. The project harnesses large datasets, cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services, and cutting-edge computing devices to achieve its goals.
The Role of AI Drones
AI drones play a crucial role in weather forecasting by collecting real-time atmospheric data from challenging environments, such as storm systems and remote areas. This data is vital for refining weather models and improving predictive accuracy.
Enhancing Weather Predictions
Quantum computing further improves weather predictions by analyzing vast, complex datasets much faster and more accurately than traditional computing methods. This enhancement is particularly beneficial for forecasting extreme weather events like hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires.
AI and Quantum Computing in Defense Applications
The combination of AI and quantum computing also enhances the capabilities of defense drones. AI empowers drones to analyze data, identify objects, and make autonomous decisions, while quantum computing accelerates the processing of massive data sets. This integration improves reaction speed, mission accuracy, and overall drone performance, making them indispensable for surveillance, reconnaissance, and security operations.
Advantages of Quantum Computing
Quantum computing represents a leap forward in computer science, harnessing quantum mechanics to solve complex problems at unprecedented speeds. This technology can process incredibly complicated mathematical problems and data sets, vastly surpassing the capabilities of current classical computers.
Introduction of the ZenaDrone 1000
The ZenaDrone 1000 is a leading autonomous drone in a VTOL (Vertical Takeoff and Landing) quadcopter design with eight rotors. This medium-sized drone, measuring 12X7 feet, offers stable flight, maneuverability, and heavy lift capabilities up to 40 kilos. It is equipped with innovative software, AI, sensors, and purpose-built attachments, making it suitable for a wide range of inspection, surveillance, or tracking applications in industrial and defense sectors.
About ZenaTech
Founded in 2017, ZenaTech is a technology company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. The firm specializes in AI drones, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS, and Quantum Computing solutions for mission-critical applications. ZenaTech’s expertise in software development and drone design and manufacturing has grown to include a portfolio of solutions that enhance inspection, monitoring, safety, security, compliance, and surveying processes. The company serves sectors including law enforcement, health, government, industrial, agriculture, defense, and logistics, and operates through global offices and a DaaS business model supported by a network of partners worldwide.
About ZenaDrone
ZenaDrone, a wholly owned subsidiary of ZenaTech, develops and manufactures autonomous business drone solutions. These drones incorporate advanced software technologies such as machine learning, AI, predictive modeling, and quantum computing. Originally designed for the hemp farming sector, ZenaDrone’s expertise has expanded to multifunctional solutions for industrial surveillance, monitoring, inspection, tracking, process automation, and defense applications. The ZenaDrone 1000 is used in agriculture and defense, the IQ Nano for indoor inventory management, and the IQ Square for land survey and inspections.
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
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