How China could potentially use GPS against us — a looming crisis
China has devised various strategies to bypass the Global Positioning System (GPS) if it opts to attack Western technologies. Utilizing a blend of Cold War-era technology alongside advanced GPS techniques, China has collaborated with other U.S. adversaries to gain an edge in essential technology and shield its systems from possible assaults. One expert noted that […]
Russia blamed for interfering with von der Leyen’s plane GPS in Bulgaria
European Commission Accuses Russia of GPS Interference A spokesperson for the European Commission has stated that the Russian government reportedly interfered with the GPS system of planes carrying President Ursula von der Leyen during her flight through Bulgaria on Monday. Commission spokeswoman Ariana Podesta assured that von der Leyen’s flight successfully landed at Plovdiv Airport. […]
Airport worker in Alaska taken into custody for supposedly placing GPS trackers in colleagues’ cars to follow them.
An employee at Alaska Airport has been accused of secretly attaching GPS trackers to coworkers’ personal vehicles, allowing him to monitor their movements outside of work—this alleged scheme dates back to 2020. Dustin Madden, a 40-year-old airport operations specialist at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, was arrested after several colleagues complained about discovering a tracker […]
Trump’s GPS strategy could surpass China once more
The United States developed GPS, yet under the Biden administration, we seem to be ceding significant technological ground to China, which could lead to troubling outcomes. If President Trump returns to power, there might be a chance to change direction and bolster our economy and national defense. GPS is crucial. It’s woven into almost everything—from […]
Opposition from Trump Critics and Chinese Firms to Government’s GPS Initiative
Trump Administration’s Efforts on GPS Resilience The Trump administration is focused on safeguarding America’s infrastructure from threats posed by China and other entities aiming to compromise the GPS system. This endeavor is critical, yet there are significant opponents, including some in China, who are resisting these reforms. In 2020, Trump signed a Presidential Order addressing […]
China’s BeiDou, a competitor to GPS, enables more than 1 trillion location checks every day
China’s Beidou satellite system is making waves by checking over 1 trillion locations each day and bolstering the country’s expanding tech economy. This homegrown network, named after the seven stars of the Big Dipper, works seamlessly with about 288 million smartphones, primarily from local brands such as Huawei and Xiaomi. It’s impressive how it handles […]
Maxar Intelligence debuts drone tech that can beat GPS jammers
On Tuesday, major geospatial information companies announced new products that can operate drones even in areas where GPS signals are clogged. The war between Russia and Ukraine presented a unique problem. Each army learned how to jam other GPS signals. This has prompted the latest innovations from Maxar Intelligence, a drone guidance technology that is […]
FCC Chair Brandon Carr Proposes Exploration of Alternatives to GPS, 911 Enhancements
In a recent blog post, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair Brendan Kerr outlined plans to vote on several proposals aimed at improving the reliability and accuracy of critical technologies, including GPS and 911 emergency services. The FCC will vote for several proposals to enhance the reliability and accuracy of critical technologies, including GPS and 911 […]
How to spot a hidden GPS tracker on your car
Latest statistics say 80% of stalker victims are being tracked using Tech. What is one of the most popular ways to do it? A GPS tracker like AirTag. They are small enough to slip into a bag, pocket, or a car that is not detected by your car. “Kim, this won't affect me.” I wish […]
Federal Agents Raid N.Y.C. ‘Hideout’ Of Tren de Aragua Gang Members After GPS Ankle Monitor Leads Them There
(L) New York City Police Department officers increase patrols in New York City. (Photo by David Dee Delgado/Getty Images) / (R) Jarwin Valero-Calderon's ankle monitor led authorities to his Bronx hideout. (Photo courtesy of Miami-Dade Police Department) OAN Staff Brooke Mallory5:40pm – Friday, December 20, 2024 Federal agents arrested members of the Torren de Aragua […]