Planet Labs Tightens Middle East Satellite Access
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Planet Labs, a California-based Earth imaging satellite company, has temporarily restricted access to its Middle East images to prevent misuse by adversaries. The delay has been increased from four days to fourteen days. This move aims to safeguard allied troops and civilians, as space technology plays a significant role in modern warfare. U.S. Space Command has been actively involved in operations against Iran, and commercial satellite images have democratized high-quality views, raising concerns about potential misuse by adversaries like Iran or other foes. The integration of artificial intelligence in image analysis further enhances the capabilities of these satellites, creating an all-seeing eye from orbit.
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