Space
U.S. Space Command Leader Concerned Russia Developing a Nuclear Anti-Satellite Weapon
Gen. Whiting cited unconfirmed intelligence reports on Russia’s capabilities.
Infrastructure
North America Ranks Among World’s Most Expensive Regions for Broadband
U.S. broadband costs remain high compared to similar Western economies.
Antonio Guterres
UN Approves Scientific Panel on Impact of AI, U.S. Votes 'No'
The United States and Paraguay were the only nations to vote 'no' to the establishment of the 40-member scientific panel.
China
Senators Push App Disclosure Rules Tied to Foreign Adversaries
App ID Act would require websites and apps to disclose foreign ownership or data storage.
Expert Opinion
John Strand: Denmark's Promises on Greenland Must Be Delivered, Not Just Declared
By mid-2024, Denmark had spent only about 1 percent of the $224 million in pledged funds.
AI
Militant Groups Are Experimenting With AI, Risks Expected to Grow
Washington has responded with calls to investigate how militant groups are using AI and encourage tech companies to share more about how products are potentially being misused.
China
China's Xi Seeks Expanded Role for Shanghai Cooperation Organization at Tianjin Summit
Xi proposed opening China’s BeiDou satellite system, an alternative to the GPS system controlled by the U.S., to 27 member and partner states.
Cybersecurity
FCC Unanimously Approves Buildout of Secure Submarine Cables
‘The unseen heroes of global communications.’
SpaceX
Chinese Researchers Suggest Lasers and Sabotage to Counter Musk’s Starlink Satellites
Starlink’s omnipresence and potential military applications have unnerved Beijing and spurred China's scientists to action.
SpaceX
Will More AI Help Combat Easy-to-Create Deepfakes?
Criminals and hackers are using AI to gain access to critical systems or business secrets.
AI
Danish Military Using Robotic Sailboats for Surveillance in Baltic and North Seas
The vessels will patrol Danish and NATO waters where maritime tensions and suspected sabotage and cable cuts have escalated
Estlink
Finland Accuses Russia-Linked Vessel in Damage of Undersea Cable in Baltic Sea
The Eagle S is flagged in the Cook Islands, has been described as part of Russia’s shadow fleet of fuel tankers.
Justice Department
Musk Could Lose Billions Depending on How Spat With Trump Unfolds
Musk's satellite internet company Starlink appears to also have benefited from Musk’s once-close relationship with the president.
Spectrum
GPS Vulnerabilities Prompt Industry Push for Backup Systems
The FCC is exploring terrestrial and space-based alternatives that could serve as backups when GPS fails.
SpaceX
SpaceX Accelerates GPS Satellite Launch, Aims to Boost Navigation Systems
The latest GPS III satellite enhances positioning accuracy and modernizes aging GPS constellation.
Expert Opinion
New Council on National Security Bolsters the FCC’s Arsenal against China
The Council on National Security will help the FCC articulate a consistent strategy on matters concerning technological innovation and national security.
