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US Defense Cuts Satellite Data, NOAA and Google Unite

7/8/2025

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The US Department of Defense plans to cut satellite data services vital for hurricane forecasting by July 31, due to cybersecurity concerns. This move jeopardizes accurate predictions during the critical Atlantic hurricane season. In response, NOAA and Google are teaming up to harness AI technology, aiming to bolster weather forecasting capabilities in these turbulent times.

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The US Department of Defense plans to cut satellite data services vital for hurricane forecasting by July 31, due to cybersecurity concerns. This move jeopardizes accurate predictions during the critical Atlantic hurricane season. In response, NOAA and Google are teaming up to harness AI technology, aiming to bolster weather forecasting capabilities in these turbulent times.