
Hivemapper
The MapScaping Podcast - GIS, Geospatial, Remote Sensing, earth observation and digital geography
Evolution of Mapping Technologies
In this chapter, the speaker discusses their journey in mapping and data collection, noting their beginnings at Yahoo and the rise of Google Maps. They delve into the challenges faced with drone technology and the evolution of HiveMapper towards a street-level perspective, emphasizing the need for proprietary hardware and effective incentive systems. The chapter also introduces a blockchain-based approach to mapping that distinguishes itself from previous technologies, highlighting the significant advancements achieved in global road network mapping.
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