Space security moves to forefront as threats to satellites spread

Published on April 8, 2026
LEO objects including satellites, other spacecraft, and debris, tracked by LeoLabs. Credit: LeoLabs

Secure World Foundation report highlights growing reliance on orbiting systems and spread of interference technologies

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