Closing Bell Manifest Space: Real-time Satellite Data, AI Learning and More with Planet Labs CEO Will Marshall 7/18/25
Jul 18, 2025
Will Marshall, Co-founder and CEO of Planet Labs, shares insights on the explosive demand for real-time satellite imagery amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics. He discusses how international collaborations enhance national security and expedite disaster response. With Planet Labs stock soaring, Marshall highlights the transformative role of AI in satellite data analysis, enabling better decision-making. He also addresses the implications of the AI arms race on global stability, stressing the importance of responsible technology development.
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Rapid Security Enhancements
- Countries are rapidly enhancing their security with new satellite and AI capabilities in weeks instead of months or years.
- Germany and NATO fast-tracked deals to gain critical eyes for understanding threats in their regions.
Information War Dominates Warfare
- Modern warfare relies heavily on AI, drones, and satellites for information advantage.
- Ukraine's success shows that information superiority can offset traditional military disadvantages.
Satellite Data Ensures Accountability
- Satellite imagery offers transparency and accountability by verifying events and claims worldwide.
- AI enables deeper analysis of activity around key sites, improving understanding beyond raw images.