Ex-Google CEO is key to Ukraine's most formidable drone weapon to date - $5000 Hornet can carry 5Kg of explosives on a 200Km, one-way trip
Ukraine has developed a new drone weapon called the Hornet, which costs $5,000 and can carry 5 kg of explosives over a distance of 200 km. Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt played a crucial role in the project, applying innovative software principles to drone production. This new capability allows Ukraine to conduct large-scale strikes at a fraction of the cost of traditional missiles.
- ▪The Hornet drone is designed for long-range strikes and can be produced at a low cost.
- ▪Ukrainian forces can deploy swarms of Hornets, significantly enhancing their strike capabilities.
- ▪Each Hornet delivers explosive power comparable to heavy artillery without risking pilots.
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Pro Ex-Google CEO is key to Ukraine's most formidable drone weapon to date - $5000 Hornet can carry 5Kg of explosives on a 200Km, one-way trip News By Efosa Udinmwen published 5 June 2026 Ukraine’s $5000 Hornet drone carries 5kg bombs over 200km When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Artur Widak/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter A $5,000 Hornet gives Ukraine long-range strike power for minimal cost.Swarms of cheap drones shift defense economics and overwhelm expensive interceptors.Schmidt applied software-era scaling to…
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