Erik Prince

Erik Prince is the founder of the controversial private military company Blackwater (now defunct). He is newsworthy due to his recent involvement in drone warfare in both Ukraine and Haiti. SEC filings confirm Prince's connection to Swarmer, a Ukrainian drone software startup, indicating his participation in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Simultaneously, reports from Human Rights Watch detail the use of explosive drones by Haitian security forces, supported by Vectus Global, resulting in numerous deaths, including civilians. These operations have intensified in recent months. Prince's continued involvement in conflict zones through drone technology highlights his ongoing role in the privatization of warfare and raises ethical concerns regarding civilian casualties and the use of autonomous weapons.