Zipline in talks to raise $1B at $20B valuation

Zipline: Zipline is a drone delivery company that operates autonomous aircraft to deliver goods such as medical supplies, food, and retail items, primarily in the United States and other markets. It partners with organizations including Walmart for retail deliveries and healthcare systems for prescription transport, while continuously advancing its drone technology through software enhancements for improved efficiency and safety. The company is currently in early-stage talks for a major new funding round as it scales operations across additional U.S. regions. Expansion: Zipline is advancing large-scale regulatory requests for drone operations across multiple Texas metropolitan areas. Healthcare: Zipline recently launched a sustained prescription medication delivery program in partnership with Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. Technology: Zipline has deployed software updates enabling its drones to follow more efficient flight paths that reduce mission time and noise levels.