Mariel Borowitz

Mariel Borowitz, an associate professor at Georgia Tech specializing in space policy, dives into how commercial satellite imagery is changing modern warfare. She highlights the crucial role these images played in monitoring Iranian nuclear sites and supporting Ukraine during the Russian conflict. Mariel discusses the rise of companies like Planet Labs and their cutting-edge technology that is accessible beyond military use. Furthermore, she emphasizes the implications for public awareness and the challenges of interpreting this rapidly evolving data.